PROS AND CONS OF NUCLEAR ENERGY

Authors

  • Agnieszka Sikora University of Silesia in Katowice
  • Marek Matussek University of Silesia in Katowice

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31261/no_limits.2022.6.02

Keywords:

nuclear energy, nuclear power plants, nuclear security, radioactivity

Abstract

Contrary to traditional sources, where energy is obtained from the combustion reactions of coal or gas, nuclear energy is obtained from processes related to radioactivity, i.e. the ability of certain atomic nuclei to undergo radioactive decay. Nuclear power plays an extremely important role in the modern world. Some see it as an opportunity for decarbonisation and increased energy security, while sceptics see numerous risks associated with the use of a radioactive energy source.

Published

2022-11-08

How to Cite

Sikora, A., & Matussek, M. (2022). PROS AND CONS OF NUCLEAR ENERGY. No Limits, (2(6), 8–9. https://doi.org/10.31261/no_limits.2022.6.02