Your town is considering building a nuclear power plant. Describe at least two advantages and two disadvantages of this project. Based on these factors would you recommend that they continue with the project or consider other options?

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Michaela Duncan

23 September, 11:43

Your town is considering building a nuclear power plant. Describe at least two advantages and two disadvantages of this project. Based on these factors would you recommend that they continue with the project or consider other options?

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Duckling · Answer 1

Advantages:

1). It would provide power for the town so they would be more independent.

2). It would provide local employment.

Disadvantages:

1). It is possible for a meltdown to occur so the power plant could blow up ... (and other accidents to be considered too)

2). Radiation leaks or harmful gases released into the atmosphere.

3). They are expensive to build and maintain.

Aldo Banks · Answer 2

Advantages : 1. Large demands of power supply are met easily by the nuclear power plants.

2. Unfavorable weather conditions do not effect its operation.

Disadvantages:

1. Disposal of nuclear waste will pose a serious problem locally for the town.

2. Establishment costs for a nuclear power plant are high compared to to thermal or hydro power plants.

Explanation:

Nuclear fuel used in a nuclear power plant is called the fission material. It is a radioactive element like isotopes of Uranium. The heat generated by the nuclear power plant can be removed efficiently if the reactor is built in a place that has water resources. Cooling towers can also be used to cool it. Operation costs are less compared to other types of power plants. If the nuclear waste can be handled without causing any hazards to human life, the town can definitely support the project.