All of the given statements are true. Nuclear power generates 20% of the electricity needed in the U.S. by using heat to boil water and turn a steam turbine to produce electricity. It generates no air pollution or greenhouse gases and uses almost no fuel compared to fossil fuel plants.

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Nuclear Power

Question 97

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Nuclear power:

A) generates 20% of the electricity needed in the U.S.
B) generates heat which boils water and turns a steam turbine to produce electricity.
C) generates no air pollution or greenhouse gases.
D) uses almost no fuel compared to fossil fuel plants.
E) All of the above are true.

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