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What are 3 pros and cons of nuclear transmutation?

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Explanation:

When one element or isotope is converted into another chemical element then this process is known as nuclear transmutation.

In nuclear transmutation, there occurs a change in nucleus or core of the atom undergoing the reaction.  

Nuclear transmutation is a nuclear reaction and during this reaction there is release of some energy.

Three pros of nuclear transmutation are as follows.

  • Produced energy can be utilized for any other reaction or work.
  • It releases green house gases and helps to decrease the effect of global warming.
  • Emit less amount of carbon dioxide.

Three cons of nuclear transmutation are as follows.

  • Since nuclear transmutation is a nuclear reaction so there will be production of some radioactive waste which can cause damage or harm to the environment.
  • Elements used in nuclear transmutation are non-renewable.
  • The waste produced can not be disposed off easily as the cost to manage nuclear waste is very high.