Which incident made Americans very concerned about nuclear energy?
A) A Pennsylvania nuclear plant leaked radioactive gas that could make people and animals sick.
B) Federal environmental laws grew during this time, which made Americans suspicious and wary.
C) Suburbs developed and the population and industry boomed, largely fueled by nuclear energy.
D) The Science Committee warned Americans about using harmful chemicals broadly.
Which incident made Americans very concerned about nuclear energy?
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The correct answer is A) A Pennsylvania nuclear plant leaked radioactive gas that could make people and animals sick.
This incident refers to the Three Mile Island accident in 1979, where a partial meltdown occurred in a nuclear reactor in Pennsylvania. The incident raised significant public concern about the safety of nuclear energy, highlighting the potential risks associated with nuclear power plants and leading to increased scrutiny and regulatory changes in the industry.