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The main four rules are:
- avoiding the exposure of public to unaccepted radiation levels
- to be isolated from underground water
- to be away from unaccepted seismic levels
- to be not accessible and/or reachable by public
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 15y agoUltimately nuclear waste should be buried way underground in a geologically stable area, but this has been difficult to achieve. To reduce the volume of the waste, the spent fuel should be separated and the active parts encased before burial, but again this is not happening in the US.
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∙ 12y agoWell, of course it could burn down trees near by and cause diaster to naitional habitats
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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.
What is the problems with underground storage for nuclear waste petroleum products and industrial chemicals?
None. It can be easily and safely done for nuclear waste. The whole system for safe economic disposal is illustrated and discussed there. Also check the US patent offices for existing patents under the author's name.
What is a problem that using nuclear energy causes?
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.
What is soakage pit?
Soakage pits provide the hygienic method for safe disposal of waste water..!
Is it difficult to find a safe place to store nuclear waste?
yes
Why isn't it safe to jump in water that's contaminated with nuclear waste material?
The reason it isn't safe to jump in water that is contaminated with nuclear waste material is because it can make you sick or even kill you.
What is the safe method of disposal of plastic wastes?
To recycle it so that way the waste does not pollute the ground and water on earth.
What is a method of safe handing hazardous waste?
It depends on the waste material. Methods appropriate for chemical hazards would not be so for nuclear waste.
Why is it impossible for scientists to be sure that storage of nuclear waste is safe?
i really do not know i am just guessijn
Should government responsible for safe disposal?
how should government be responsible for safe disposal?
What is retro logistic sysyem?
A system promoted by Merck, Inc. that offers a solution for a safe and single disposal of chemical waste and package materials.
How dangerous is the threat of Water contamination from Nuclear waste?
If you put nuclear waste in a situation where groundwater can flow over it on the way to a water course, you will obviously get contamination. Nuclear waste stores have to be very carefully considered to find locations that are safe from water access.
