Which incident made Americans very concerned about nuclear energy?
A) Suburbs developed and the population and industry boomed, largely fueled by nuclear energy.
B) Federal environmental laws grew during this time, which made Americans suspicious and wary.
C) A Pennsylvania nuclear plant leaked radioactive gas that could make people and animals sick.
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 C) 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 at a nuclear power plant in Pennsylvania. It raised significant concerns among the American public regarding the safety of nuclear energy and its potential health impacts, leading to increased scrutiny and fear surrounding nuclear power in general.