It's highly radioactive.
Yes, but it is a manageable problem
No.
It might, if we eventually manage to harness nuclear fusion. Nuclear fission is fraught with problems, especially the disposal of nuclear waste.
THAT I DO NOT KNOW
Australia doesnt have nuclear waste
Waste disposal of nuclear materials is a serious problem because these materials remain radioactive for thousands of years, posing significant health and environmental risks if not properly stored. Improper disposal can lead to contamination of soil, water, and air, threatening ecosystems and human health. Safely managing and storing nuclear waste is essential to prevent long-term consequences.
yes it does
A major problem is disposal of the radioactive waste materials. The stuff takes centuries to decay to a safe level, and until it does you have to find a safe place to hide it...and nobody wants you to hide it in their state.
The disposal of nuclear waste typically involves encapsulating the waste in materials like glass or ceramic to prevent the release of radioactive materials. This process is aimed at minimizing the long-term impact of radioactive waste on the environment and human health. Specialized facilities, such as deep geological repositories, are used for the final disposal of nuclear waste.
The challenge of making nuclear power safer doesn't end after the power has been generated. Nuclear fuel remains dangerously radioactive for thousands of years after it is no longer useful in a commercial reactor. The resulting waste disposal problem has become a major challenge for policymakers.
Absolutely ! Nuclear waste takes hundreds - perhaps thousands of years to decay. Many generations of people to come will have to manage the storage and disposal of nuclear waste.
Waste from nuclear power stations is a problem because it contains radioactive materials that can remain hazardous for thousands of years. Proper disposal and containment of this waste is critical to prevent environmental contamination and health risks to living organisms. Developing long-term storage solutions for nuclear waste poses both technical and social challenges.