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Nuclear energy is a better choice for meeting increasing demand. Do you agree or disagree?

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It is often argued that nuclear
power
 is a better alternative to satisfy the world’s rocketing demand for
energy
. While I accept the apparent advantages of nuclear
energy
, I believe that there are
also
 potential dangers involved. Nuclear
power
 has several benefits for the environment.
First
 of all, it is considered to be a relatively sustainable source of
energy
. The nuclear reaction releases a million times of
energy
 compared to other methods
such
 as solar
energy
 or hydro
energy
.
Hence
, a vast amount of electricity can be generated and meet the demand of people.
Secondly
, nuclear
energy
 plants are significantly cleaner than other types of
power
 stations. As there is no emission of methane or carbon dioxide during a nuclear reaction, it is likely that there would be no direct air pollution and environmentally friendly.
On the other hand
, the use of
energy
also
 has some negative impacts which could outweigh its merits.
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 with,
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ccidental radiation leak is one of the most severe drawbacks of nuclear
power
.
Although
 it is taken over by governments, if safety measured failed, it would result in detrimental effects associated with ecosystem and biodiversity.
Furthermore
, despite a great deal of
energy
 produced from a nuclear
power
 plant, it requires large capital to develop a nuclear
power
 station.
Therefore
 it is feasible to install and maintain it in some underprivileged nations.
Moreover
, the production of radiation could be taken advantage of by terrorism to proliferate nuclear weapons and pose a threat to world peace as it can cause a large-scale devastation. In conclusion, I do agree with the opinion that nuclear
energy
 should be used as an effective alternative to meet global needs.
However
, the downsides of nuclear
power
 exploitation should not be forgotten.
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