Question

Which of the following statements about nuclear energy is true?
a.
Nuclear energy cannot be contained nor controlled.
b.
Nuclear energy is contained in nuclear bonds.
c.
Nuclear energy is less efficient than other energy forms.
d.
All of the above are true.


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

B

Nuclear energy is stored in the nucleus as nuclear (binding) energy. The other statements are false — nuclear energy can be contained and controlled (e.g., reactors) and is far more energy-dense than typical chemical fuels.