Geography A-Level
Nuclear power
What Nuclear power means in Geography A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Nuclear power
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Reference: AQA
A high-yield, low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels that faces challenges regarding high capital costs and radioactive waste disposal.
Topics that use Nuclear power
- Energy security (AQA A-Level)
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