Question

What is the main purpose of nuclear energy?

(a) To kill the enemy nation

(b) To waste the excessive energy

(c) To use it as an alternate source of energy

(d) To cause mutation for people who are working

The question was posed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.

My doubt stems from Nuclear Hazards and Accidents topic in portion Social Issues and the Environment of Energy Management

Answer 1

The correct answer is (c) To use it as an alternate source of energy

To explain I would say: Nuclear energy was developed by man as an alternate source of clean and cheap energy when compared to fossil fuels. Along with the benefits of nuclear energy, there have been a number of accidents which harm many lives.