Nuclear Reactors Quiz
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How much do you know about Nuclear power in the United States? Test your knowledge!
Questions and Answers
- 1.
How many commercial nuclear reactors are in the United States?
- A.
54
- B.
84
- C.
94
- D.
104
Correct Answer
D. 104Explanation
According to the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), "There are currently 104 licensed to operate nuclear power plants in the United States (69 Pressurized Water Reactors and 35 Boiling Water Reactors)".Rate this question:
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- 2.
How many reactors in the United States are MORE than 25 years old?
- A.
34
- B.
54
- C.
83
- D.
104
Correct Answer
C. 83Explanation
According to the NRC, 0 reactors have been commercially operating for 0-9 years, 10 reactors have been commercially operating for 10-19 years, 42 reactors have been in operation for 20-29 years, and 52 reactors have been in operation for 30-39 years. Associated Press found that 83 reactors in the US are more then 25 years old.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How much electrical energy was generated by nuclear power in the United States in 2008?
- A.
10%
- B.
20%
- C.
30%
- D.
40%
Correct Answer
B. 20%Explanation
Approximately 20% of the nations power is generated by Nuclear Power plants (NRC).Rate this question:
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- 4.
Where is the US’s oldest commercial Nuclear Reactor located?
- A.
New York
- B.
New Jersey
- C.
New Hampshire
- D.
California
Correct Answer
B. New JerseyExplanation
Oyster Creek located near the Atlantic coast and just 50 miles east of Philadelphia in New Jersey, the state with the highest population density, is the country's oldest operating commercial nuclear power plant. This boiling water reactor began operation over 40 years ago in 1969 (Associated Press).Rate this question:
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How many accidental radioactive leaks have occurred at nuclear sites around the country?
- A.
>200
- B.
201-300
- C.
301-400
- D.
Over 400
Correct Answer
D. Over 400Explanation
According to Associated Press, "The country's nuclear sites have suffered more then 400 accidental radioactive leaks during their history, the activist Union of Concerned Scientists (which does not oppose nuclear power) reported in September".Rate this question:
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