Fossil fuels for electricity generation

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For this assignment, you will write a five- to eight-page paper on the pros and cons of an energy source that you believe has the most potential for widespread use as an alternative to fossil fuels for electricity generation.

Some suggestions include:

Nuclear power
Solar power
Wind energy
Geothermal energy

You are not limited to the above choices. There are other alternative and/or renewable fuels (hydropower, biomass, etc.). If your research leads you to an energy source not listed here, you may discuss that source in your paper.

The discussion should cover the following:
1. General discussion of your chosen energy source (how does it work?)
2. Pros and cons of its use and challenges that must be overcome
3. Economic considerations
4. Discussion of why the source(s) is the most reasonable alternative for widespread use

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