About Uranium
- It is a heavy metal used as fuel in nuclear reactors for energy generation and also for military applications in nuclear weapons.
- Global Uranium Reserves:
- (1) Australia, (2) Kazakhstan, (3) Canada, (4) Russia.
- Kazakhstan is the world’s top producer, contributing more than 40% of global uranium production.
- Major Uranium Mining Sites in India:
- Jaduguda, Narwapahar, Turamdih and Banduhurang (Jharkhand)
- Tummalapalle (Andhra Pradesh)
- Gogi (Karnataka)
| UPSC PYQ |
| Q. Consider the following statements : (2023)
Statement-I : India, despite having uranium deposits, depends on coal for most of its electricity production. Statement-II : Uranium, enriched to the extent of at least 60%, is required for the production of electricity. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct Answer: C |
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