)When considering which is better, coal generated energy or nuclear energy it is important to consider the environmental impact and the economic impact of each. It should be noted that nuclear power plants use uranium and nuclear weapons plants use plutonium, which is much more powerful and has more severe effects. It is important when considering the feasibility of nuclear power plants that it be kept in mind that the two are totally different. The negative aspects of using coal power plants are the emission of toxic metals, mercury, and sulfur dioxide which pollute the environment, the emission of nitrous oxide which causes acid rain and the finite quantity which is available. The negative aspects of nuclear power plants are the possible release of radioactive material during an accident or meltdown, which would effect all living things within two hundred miles and the difficulty storing the nuclear wastes from the plant. All forms of power production have negative impacts on our environment. In our world today, power is a necessity but most people have taken it for granted and do not think of the repercussions of excessive use. The best solution to the energy crisis is to use all sources of power in moderation and to conserve energy whenever possible. ...
