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The problem is two fold here. The waste from nuclear sites is plentiful only because of foolish guidelines. For example water leaving a power plant can not have as much background radiation as it does when entering in some cases.
High level waste we all agree is an issue. Low level waste is not an ssue, but there is this grey area of medium level waste.
The simplest method would be to put this waste into barrels and bury it in New Mexico or other solid areas.
One interesting method that I was presented with by a passenger on a recent flight was this. We do not actually make radioactive material, we concentrate it. If we take three toms of dirt out of a half ounce of radioactive material, why not mix the material back into the stuff and fill the mine back up with it? No new amounts of radioactive material would be added to the area and the concentrations would be the same! How does one argue this?
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Can our nuclear waste go in to your water?
no, its not safe to dispose nuclear waste in water,rather it would be safe to dispose it in common salt trenches.
Why are nuclear waste at times said to be a problem which is too complicated to solve?
Nuclear wastes are sometimes said to be a problem too difficult to solve because the waste stays radioactive for so long. The only thing that gets rid of nuclear waste is time.
How nuclear waste destroy environment?
We don't normally allow this to happen, the nuclear waste is tightly controlled. But after a disaster as at Chernobyl, the surrounding area is contaminated with radioactive fall out, so crops grown there or animals grazed there would also be affected.
Which countries have nuclear waste problems?
All countries that have nuclear reactors have nuclear waste and it is always a problem, though a manageable one.
What is the name of the Defunct nuclear waste storage site in Nevada?
It is the Yucca Mountain Nuclear Waste Repository.
Can our nuclear waste go in to your water?
no, its not safe to dispose nuclear waste in water,rather it would be safe to dispose it in common salt trenches.
Why is Nuclear Power so expensive?
Nuclear power plants require high upfront capital costs for construction, maintenance, and decommissioning. Strict safety and security measures, complex regulatory requirements, and long project timelines also contribute to the high costs associated with nuclear power. Additionally, challenges related to radioactive waste disposal and public perception can further increase expenses.
Does nuclear energy give off carbon dioxide?
No it does not however the fission material has to be mined from the ground and enriched then when it has been used alot of useless high level and/or low level radioactive waste is produced which is extremly difficult to dispose of.
Merits and demerits of nuclear energy?
Merits: it is efficient does not produce green house gases Demerits: it produces nuclear waste that can get people badly sick and eventualy kill them if exsposed to it and the waste is realy hard to "dispose" of
Why is nuclear power stations not good?
They are not good because of the pollution rate and the fact that the waste production is very hard to dispose of
How much does it cost to dispose of nuclear waste?
Depending on where it is stored it could cause major pollution problems or even deaths.
What type of nuclear waste can cause cancer?
Nuclear waste can emit various types of radiation, including alpha, beta, and gamma radiation. Exposure to these types of radiation can increase the risk of cancer. For example: Alpha radiation: This type of radiation consists of alpha particles, which are relatively large and can be stopped by a sheet of paper or skin. However, if alpha-emitting radioactive materials are ingested or inhaled, they can cause significant damage to nearby cells and increase the risk of cancer, particularly lung cancer if inhaled. Beta radiation: Beta particles are smaller and more penetrating than alpha particles. They can penetrate the skin to some extent and can cause damage if absorbed internally. Exposure to beta radiation can increase the risk of various cancers, depending on the specific radioactive material involved. Gamma radiation: Gamma rays are highly penetrating and can pass through the body, potentially causing damage to cells and DNA. Chronic exposure to gamma radiation can increase the risk of cancer, particularly leukemia, thyroid cancer, and various solid tumors. The exact type and level of risk depend on factors such as the type of radioactive material, the dose and duration of exposure, and how the waste is handled and stored. Proper management and disposal of nuclear waste are essential to minimize the risk of exposure and associated health effects.
How can we make nuclear energy cleaner?
Nuclear Energy is already clean. The problem is the 'radio-active' waste from the reactor. A lot of research is going on to dispose of radio-active waste safely. One possibility is 'vitrifiction' and then burying it in deep mines.
Where is most of the high level waste from nuclear reactors stored?
ocean
Why are nuclear waste at times said to be a problem which is too complicated to solve?
Nuclear wastes are sometimes said to be a problem too difficult to solve because the waste stays radioactive for so long. The only thing that gets rid of nuclear waste is time.
What testing was done at yucca mountain?
There was no testing done at Yucca mountain; it is just a place where they plan on storing nuclear waste in order to dispose of it.
How can the disposal of high-level nuclear waste be a problem?
It's highly radioactive.
