Modern Physics
Gentilly-2 Pro and Con
   
       
    Date : January 2015
Author : Olivier Tardif-Paradis, Mathieu Riopel
College : Cégep Garneau
Length : 4 1/2 to 5 hours
Related concept(s) : Binding energy, nuclear reactions, radioactivity
    The students are asked to state an opinion on the closure of the Gentilly-2 nuclear power station and to justify that opinion. To this end, they are asked to examine the following aspects of the issue:

- History of nuclear energy to Gentilly-2
- Production of nuclear energy
- Effects of nuclear accidents on human health
- Nuclear waste and the environment
- Alternative solutions

Each of these aspects is examined using concree examples and the related calculations. After considering all of these aspects in depth, the students will be able to make a more informed decision on the matter.