Is Nuclear Energy A Curse Or Boon
... The vastness of electricity is nothing when compared to that of nuclear physics whose applications in the world today are controversial issues. What could be more controversial than the pros and cons of nuclear energy - the king of nuclear physics? The word nuclear in the laypersons mind, would remind him/her of deadly weapons especially the atomic bomb. ... Apparently, the original intention of developing nuclear energy was to construct nuclear weapons - the ultimate tools of destruction. However, nuclear energy has also been used constructively in many fields. Perhaps, it would be best to start with the application of nuclear energy in the medical field judging from the word constructive. ... Further AMS also helps in detection of nuclear waste. ... However, despite all its constructive application, the more harmful and destructive applications of nuclear energy have by far made a greater impact on the world. The development of nuclear weapons being the most significant. ... The atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in the mid-forties is but a mere trifle compared to the sophisticated nuclear weapons of today. ... The first nuclear test was conducted in July 1945 at Alamogordo, New Mexico. ... Nuclear energy has been used as an alternative to generate electricity. But this leads to a new problem- the nuclear waste or residue left over.