How is Radioactive waste disposed of?

Specific packaging criteria set out by the Atomic Energy Control Act.

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Into containers lined with yellow bags and labeled radioactive waste.

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Into containers lined with clear bags and labeled radioactive.

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The correct option is B Into containers lined with yellow bags and labeled radioactive waste.
Radioactive waste is a waste that contains radioactive materials. It is usually a by-product of nuclear power generation and other applications of nuclear fission or nuclear technology, such as research and medicine. These waste should be disposed into containers lined with yellow bags and labeled radioactive waste.

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Which of the following activities does not reflect responsible behaviour with regard to waste disposal?

(a) Goods carried in paper bags or cloth bags.

(b) Waste collected in polythene bags for disposal.

(d) Making handicrafts with used up notebooks.

^{32} P (t_{1 / 2} = 14.3 d a y)

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