Asked by Silvia Montañes Sintes on Jul 26, 2024

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Which of the following statements about maintenance at the Pickering Nuclear Station is false?

A) This approach to maintenance contributes to the facility's excellent record of reliability.
B) All of the nuclear units linked to the vacuum building must be shut down to carry out inspection at the vacuum building.
C) Springtime is chosen as the right time to undertake this inspection due to the lower demand for electricity at that time, compared to winter and summer.
D) It does not provide the province of Ontario with any significant amount of electricity supply.
E) Costs associated with interruptions are several times higher than costs arising from preventive maintenance.

Pickering Nuclear

A nuclear power plant located on the north shore of Lake Ontario in Pickering, Ontario, Canada.

Vacuum Building

A specially designed structure within nuclear power plants meant to contain radioactive substances in case of any leakage or accident.

Demand For Electricity

The total amount of electrical power desired by consumers and industries at any given time, which can fluctuate based on various factors including time of day, season, and economic activities.

  • Comprehend the influence of maintenance tasks on the dependability and functional capabilities of essential facilities, like nuclear energy plants.
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Saleh AlaqrabawiJul 31, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
This statement is false. The Pickering Nuclear Station provides a significant amount of electricity supply to the province of Ontario.