Earth's Natural Resources: Nuclear Energy

The Risks and Benefits of Nuclear Energy

Nuclear energy has advantages and disadvantages. It is cleaner during the service stage than fossil fuels, but it produces a hazardous waste material that has to be dealt with. The table presents some of the key advantages and disadvantages of nuclear energy. Which single advantage or disadvantage is most important? Rank them in order of importance by connecting each description tab to a number. Then, check your answer.

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