degradation of permafrost have been observed in many
locations in recent decades and are likely to accelerate in
the future as a result of climatic change. Changes of
permafrost have important implications for natural systems,
humans, and the economy of the northern lands.
Results from mathematical modeling indicate that by the
mid-21st century, near-surface permafrost in the Northern
Hemisphere may shrink by 15%–30%, leading to
complete thawing of the frozen ground in the upper few
meters, while elsewhere the depth of seasonal thawing
may increase on average by 15%–25%, and by 50% or
more in the northernmost locations) Steam produced by the nuclear rods was almost 276 degrees celsius that turns the turbines to produce the required electricity needed..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
In short, a nuclear power plant is a large boiler. Boiling water heated up to 270 degrees Celsius goes to the reactor where it cools fuel rods with pellets of uranium inside. It goes out with a temperature of 276 degrees Celsius. Part of this water evaporates and the steam rotates the turbines. This is how electricity is produced.
Let’s visit the only nuclear power plant built under the conditions of the permafrost. It is located in Bilibino, the Chukchi Autonomous District.
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