Question

1.There has been steady opposition to the deployment of wind turbines in many parts of rural Ontario. Use the Internet to find out about the arguments that are frequently made by local residents who are against the installation of wind turbines. Summarize those arguments (cite your sources). Given that, to date, no scientific study has linked wind turbines with health effects other than annoyance, how much weight would you give these arguments if you were in charge of the decision? Explain your reasoning. [4 Marks]

2. In the textbook (Figure 17-8 on page 429) it is stated that hydrogen has a negative net energy (or an EROI less than 1). Explain exactly what this implies about the process of obtaining hydrogen and preparing it for use in a fuel cell or internal combustion engine. [1 Mark]

3. In your own words, explain why spent nuclear fuel needs continuous cooling for at least ten years after its removal from the core of a reactor. What is the source of heat? [1 Marks]

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