The millirem (abbreviated "mrem") is a unit used to measure the effect of

radiation on the human body. There are many types of radiation, and the "mrem"
accounts for the differences among these forms and effects of radiation. The
millirem is a very small measurement of radiation.
Biological effects are:
The body is able to repair damage from radiation, chemicals and other hazards.
Living cells exposed to radiation could: (1) repair themselves, leaving no
damage; (2) die and be replaced, much like millions of body cells do every day;
or (3) incorrectly repair themselves, resulting in a biophysical change.
High radiation doses (again, greater than 50,000 mrem, or 500 mSv) tend to kill
cells. Low doses may damage or alter a cells genetic code (DNA). High doses
can kill so many cells that tissues and organs are damaged immediately. This in
turn may cause a rapid body response often called Acute Radiation Syndrome.
The higher the radiation dose, the sooner the effects of radiation will appear, and
the higher the probability of death.
Genetic effects and cancer are the primary health concerns from radiation
exposure. Cancer would be about five times more likely than a genetic effect.
Genetic effects might include still births, congenital abnormalities, decreased
birthweight, and infant and childhood mortality. These effects can result from a
mutation in the cells of an exposed person that are passed on to their offspring.
These effects may appear in the direct offspring if the damaged genes are
dominant. Or they may appear several generations later if the genes are
recessive.

PROS
Geographical limitations - nuclear power plants don't require a lot of space; they
do not need a large plot like a wind farm. But they have to be built near a large
body of water for cooling purposes - using the water as a heat sink. They are
usually found on the coast so there is no risk to drinking water sources.
Lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions : As per the reports in 1998, it has been
calculated the emission of the greenhouse gas has reduced for nearly half due to
the popularity in the use of nuclear power. Nuclear energy by far has the lowest
impact on the environment since it does not releases any gases like carbon
dioxide, methane which are largely responsible for greenhouse effect. There is no
adverse effect on water, land or any habitats due to the use of it. Though some
greenhouse gases are released while transporting fuel or extracting energy from
uranium.
Cheap Electricity : The cost of uranium which is used as a fuel in generating
electricity is quite low. Also, set up costs of nuclear power plants is relatively high
while running cost is low. The average life of nuclear reactor range from 4.-60
years depending upon its usage. These factors when combined make the cost of
producing electricity very low. Even if the cost of uranium rises, the increase in
cost of electricity will be much lower.

Reliable : Unlike traditional sources of energy like solar and wind which require
sun or wind to produce electricity, nuclear energy can be produced from nuclear
power plants even in the cases of rough weather conditions. They can produce
power 24/7 and need to be shut down for maintenance purposes only.
Cons
. Non Renewable : Nuclear energy uses uranium which is a scarce resource and
is not found in many countries. Most of the countries rely on other countries for
the constant supply of this fuel. It is mined and transported like any other metal.
Supply will be available as long as it is there. Once all extracted, nuclear plants
will not be of any use. Due to its hazardous effects and limited supply, it cannot
be termed as renewable.