Energy Sources and Their Impacts

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Natural gas is found in pockets within rock layers.

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Natural gas is a fossil fuel.

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Natural gas produces less carbon dioxide.

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It is considered a cleaner energy source compared to coal.

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Natural gas still puts carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

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It contributes to greenhouse gas emissions.

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Uranium is found in the Earth's crust and fuels nuclear plants.

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It is a key component in nuclear energy production.

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Nuclear fission inside the plant gives off steam.

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This steam is used to generate electricity.

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Uranium nuclear fuel must be mined.

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Mining is necessary to obtain uranium for energy.

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Nuclear waste has to be stored somewhere.

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Safe storage is a significant concern for nuclear energy.

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Uranium is a heavy metal that is mined.

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It has specific properties that make it suitable for nuclear reactions.

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Uranium is used as fuel for nuclear power plants.

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It is essential for the operation of these plants.

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Fossil fuels are nonrenewable because they will not last forever.

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They are finite resources.