Discussion: Nuclear Energy 25 points
Think back on the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear energy and you will understand why it has been strongly debated for years. Some scientists believe we should use more nuclear energy because it produces less of the pollution associated with burning fossil fuels. Others think the risks of accidents, like Chernobyl, make nuclear energy just not worth it. And others think we should focus on safer non-polluting energy sources, like solar power and wind power. What do you think? Should accidents like the Chernobyl incident lead to a banning of all nuclear power? Why or why not?
Please post your thoughts about these questions to the Discussion: Nuclear Energy link, and respond thoughtfully to the posts of other students. For information on how this assignment will be graded, please view the Discussion: Nuclear Energy Rubric.
