Environmental Discussion Question (Mod 4)

Discussion: Radiation: Is It Worth It?

This discussion is about radiation and its impact on health in the workplace and in the general environment. Please watch the 12-minute documentary “WAKE UP” by David Bradbury (2011) at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3shJ8I66Yyk. 

For this discussion, please answer the following questions:

1. What are three of the health risks to those working in uranium mines or those living near uranium mines?
2. Do you believe nuclear energy is our best solution to reduce global warming? Please explain your thoughts and rationale.
3. Beyond potential radiation hazards, what additional emerging occupational hazards do you foresee, and what are the challenges they bring about?
   

Provide explanations and support for your answers.

250-275 words, APA format, scholarly sources