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Does thorium have the potential to become an alternative nuclear fuel?
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4. Why is thorium not currently used as a nuclear energy source?
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2. Is thorium a viable alternative to uranium as a nuclear fuel?
3. What are the advantages of thorium as a fuel source?
4. Why is thorium not currently used as a nuclear energy source?
5. Which challenges should be considered for thorium use in future nuclear energy systems?
6. What about the management of thorium fuels waste?
7. What would be the potential health and safety impacts of thorium technology use?
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