Question

What is nuclear energy.give two advantages and two hazards of nuclear energy

Answer 1

nuclear energy or also known as atomic energy can be obtained by altering the structure of atoms so as to produce tremendous amount of energy this is done in nuclear plants

the two main components used are uranium and thorium

the advantages of nuclear energy are

large output and less input

it can release one million times more energy than one atom of coal can give

the disadvantages are

the residue is a toxic waste and if not properly disposed can cause severe diseases

the radiations produced can cause severe brain abnormalities