Which risk is related to the radioactive isotopes used to generate electricity?

June 2023 NY Regents Chemistry Exam

30 Which risk is related to the radioactive isotopes used to generate electricity?
 
(1) depletion of fossil fuels
 
(2) depletion of atmospheric ozone

(3) exposure to acid rain
 
(4) exposure to nuclear emissions

Solution: Radioactive isotopes are not related to fossil fuels, ozone or acid rain. The risk related to the radioactive isotopes is exposure to nuclear emissions.

Answer: 4

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