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Radioactive Waste
Radioactive waste is waste that contains radioactive materials. This can be caused by nuclear fission, nuclear medicine, radiography, and other sources. There are very strict rules about the storage and disposal of radioactive waste.
334 Questions
What does nuclear waste contain?
nuclear waste contains about 90 % of nuclear fuel but it is much harmful then nuclear itself.
Can v use lasers in destroying nuclear waste?
No, lasers would not cause nuclear changes, they would only melt or vaporise material which is not what is wanted. The nuclear properties of the waste would remain the same.
Why is radioactive waste considered safe after 10 half lives?
I would consider it safe after 5 half-lives. by 5 it has decayed to 3% of original level, by 10 it has decayed to 0.1% of original level.
What is the harmful radiation released by nuclear wastes?
There are various kinds of harmful ionizing radiation. These include alpha, beta, and gamma rays; free neutrons; X-rays; and ultraviolet light. Depending on the specifics of the waste, nuclear waste can emit alpha, beta, and gamma rays, and neutrons.
Is radioactive substances dangerous?
yes, i think you could say radioactive substances are quite dangerous. Take nuclear bombs. The radiation from after the explosions slowly kill and mutilate living beings within a certain radius. Why do you think everyone fears nuclear war.
Where has nuclear fission been used?
Nuclear fission has been used in nuclear bombs and is currently being used in every nuclear power plant on the earth.
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.
