Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Radioactivity

Radioactivity — practice question

Electricity is produced by nuclear power stations.
(a)[3]

For each statement, decide whether it shows an advantage of using nuclear power stations or a disadvantage of using them. Tick (✓) the right column for each statement. The first statement has already been completed for you. The statements are: - nuclear power stations require high levels of security - nuclear power stations produce small amounts of carbon dioxide - nuclear power stations have a small effect on climate change - waste radioactive material can take a very long time to decay

(b)[3]

Describe how electricity can be generated using geothermal resources.

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