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"In this book Dr. Bodansky attempts to address virtually every aspect of nuclear power, from theory and design through operation to waste disposal, and he does an admirable job. He brings together in one readable volume all the various facets of nuclear energy with a discussion of its principles, practices, and prospects … The book provides a superb background for scientists and those in technical fields. It provides probably all the information that many people, including government policy makers, will ever need...[a] well-written and balanced book. This book is recommended for anyone who wants a broad technical background on nuclear energy." American Journal of Physics
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As energy resources, particularly fossil fuels, become strained, nuclear energy (despite its known shortcomings) must be considered as an alternative. This book presents an objective view of nuclear energy as an important source for future energy needs. It discusses various types of reactors, the nuclear fuel cycle, the problem of nuclear waste disposal, reactor accidents, safety and new types of reactors that are being considered, and the cost of electricity from nuclear power. Additional themes include the problem of nuclear weapons, their storage, and, very important, their disposal as nuclear arsenals are pared down.
This new edition has been brought up to date throughout, with new data, figures, and tables added. The chapter on costs of electricity has been shortened, simplified, and revised to make reference to the changes caused by the electricity deregulation. A motivating introductory chapter, and a new chapter on nuclear waste disposal at Yucca Mountain have been added.
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The discovery and exploitation of new sources of energy has been central to human progress from the early struggle for biological survival to today's technological world. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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