The threat of nuclear weapons maintains world peace. Nuclear power provides cheap and clean energy. The benefits of nuclear technology far outweigh the disadvantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.

Recently, the

production

of nuclear weapons has become popular and there has been an increase of energy from nuclear power

production

which is regarded as affordable and safe. I disagree with

this

viewpoint because I believe there are more disadvantages than advantages of

this

te

cnology.

the practical application of science to commerce or industry

technology

Firstly

, the fumes from nuclear

production

leads to global warming. These affect the ozone layer of the atmosphere because they have a high content of ca

rbonmonoxide.

Suggestion

carbon monoxide

A study from the American Environmental Association showed that there was a decline in the quality of air in areas where there was nuclear

production

plants.

Additionally

, mo

re health i

Suggestion

most health

ssues are

also

ar

ising i

advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status

rising

n places where these plants are located

for example

in North Korea.

Secondly

,

this

technology puts a burden on the countries' economies because it is very expensive to produce and ma

ntain.

keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean"

maintain

For example

, the United States of America spends billions of dollars on nuclear weapons every year.

As a result

, ta

x payers a

someone who pays taxes

taxpayers

re forced to pay more money towards

this

cause rather than spending it on health institutions and welfare issues.

Lastly

,

in contrast

,

this

modern technology protects the country which has the nuclear weapons from global enemies because any country that wants to start a war will be frightened to do so.

Also

, they will be defeated

for example

a study showed that one weapon with nuclear power is capable of blowing up a large city and affecting neighbouring cities by emitting chemical residue. In conclusion,

although

this

technology promotes peace around the world, the effects of its

production

on the countries' economies' and the environment is negative.

Therefore

, I strongly believe it is less beneficial to have nuclear power.