Question

Explain the term nuclear wastes. What are the problems inherent with their disposal?

Answer 1

Nuclear Wastes

1. Nuclear waste is waste radiated during the nuclear energy production process.
2. The nuclear plant produces radioactive nuclear waste. It can cause serious damage to human health and the environment
3. One must avoid coming in contact with such radioactive nuclear wastes.

Problems inherent with nuclear wastes disposal:

1. Nuclear wastes can be radiated for a long time. So, they cannot be disposed of in the open area.
2. Nuclear wastes water coming from the plant can contaminate the whole water source and affects the living species and plants under the water.
3. Nuclear wastes product are sealed in a steel container and disposed of beneath the earth.
4. The life of a radioactive nuclear waste product is very long.