Nuclear Energy- In Light Of Fossil Fuel Depletion And Global Warming Is It Time We Reconsider It

Nuclear energy does not directly necessarily equatewithout having to consume much fossil fuel and other
to bombings and casualties. Although it might seemenergy sources. Nuclear derived energy is not harmful
highly technical , nuclear energy or any type ofto the environment in the same way as fossil fuels
energy results from a series of reactions,that release toxic substances as by products.
consequently transforming matter to energy. TheAlong with advantages also come the disadvantages.
most notable form of energy at present is the sun.This type of energy is the foundation of nuclear
The sun's energy is basically noted to be boundlessweapons which are considered to be those dreaded
and endless when seen from the perspective of aweapons that can be used for mass destruction. For
human lifetime. It can be projected that around 16%instance, two powerful countries, the United States
of the electricity on earth came from nuclear energy.and Russia, have nuclear weapons within the bounds
Prior to discussing anything about this form ofof their territories. These Weapons are considered
energy, it is important to be aware first of thedangerous particularly because of radiation. Radiation
advantages it gives. As it was mentioned previously,can cause cell damage as well as death to those who
the earth has an abundance of nuclear fuel. Otherare exposed to it. So as to settle these kinds of
energy sources like oil deposits and coal may be onissue, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) lately passed a
the point of depletion but nuclear sourced energy haslaw concerning the peaceful use of nuclear energy.
a much longer projected lifespan. Another advantageThe law is in accordance with the International
linked with this type of energy is that it is affordableAtomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in support of the
and free. Nuclear Fission in essence also makes useexecution of Peaceful Nuclear Energy Programs. In
of the sun. Power plants can generate moreessence, nuclear energy is heavily dependent on how
electricity with the use of this type of energypeople will use it.