Question

What is an advantage of using nuclear power?
a.
Nuclear power is generated at a lower cost than traditional methods.
b.
Nuclear power produces less pollution than traditional methods.
c.
Nuclear power is more efficient than traditional methods.
d.
All of the above

Answer 1

d. All of the above.

Nuclear plants emit far less air pollution and CO2 than fossil-fuel plants, produce large amounts of energy from very small amounts of fuel (high energy density/efficiency), and can have lower operating fuel costs — though they do have high upfront construction costs and produce radioactive waste.