People associate nuclear power with the weapons of mass destruction that bear the same name. A nuclear bomb, however, is completely different from a nuclear reactor. A nuclear reactor cannot cause the damage that a nuclear bomb can. Mr. Rhodes wonders why the anti-nuclear power activists do not attack an industry that is truly dangerous. In conclusion, the issue of using nuclear power to produce electricity involves its high cost, its waste, and the public s concern of its safe usage.
Nuclear power is very expensive and complicated, but provides reliable, efficient power.
The radioactive waste produced by a nuclear plant, however, is very dangerous and difficult to store safely. Many people do not feel safe having nuclear plants near their homes. They fear that a nuclear accident could destroy their happy lives. As long as the world needs electricity, however, there will be nuclear power. People will continue to discuss the issue of nuclear power for a long time to come.