What are the uses of nuclear reactors?

Answer 1

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Nuclear energy manifests itself as:

• radiation from radioactive decay of radioactive isotopes. In this regards, nuclear has a wide variety of uses in medical diagnosis & treatment , in agriculture, and in industry, or as
• thermal energy coming from nuclear fission. In this regards it is used for desalination of saline water, or for electric power production, or for driving marine ships or submarines.
  

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generally the genration of nuclear power source is very important for the developement of the nation in every aspect.BUT the major use is the power production , since our country lack in power sources ........

Answer 2

Nuclear reactors are used mainly for generating electricity in power plants. They can also be used for research and development, producing medical isotopes for cancer treatment, and powering ships and submarines.

Answer 3

The primary use of nuclear reactors is to produce electricity, which is the only way to use nuclear energy on a large scale. Small reactors are used for research, and are also used to produce radioisotopes for medical and industrial use. Reactors are also used to power some naval vessels and submarines. Reactors have also been used to produce plutonium and tritium needed to make nuclear weapons.