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Radioactive Waste
Over the last several years, the issue of how to store and dispose of radioactive waste has been increasingly brought to the forefront. Part of the reason for this, is because of the hazards to human life are well beyond acceptable levels for many decades after the material has been used. This is problematic because, it is highlighting a common challenge that many countries are facing in disposing of radioactive waste. To fully understand the challenges that these nations are dealing with requires examining the different types of nuclear waste. Once this occurs, it will provide specific insights about the overall problems faced with: the disposal and storage of this material. (Rechard, 1999, pp. 737 -- 807) (Helton, 1993, pp. 327 -- 367)
Summarize all of the Sources of Radioactive Waste
There are a number of different...
Listed below are the various classes.
High Level -- This kind of waste is generated from the spent nuclear fuel rods in the generation of electricity. It is considered to be the most dangerous to humans. As, the removal of this material will require the use of: shields and remote control devices. (Rechard, 1999, pp. 737 -- 807) (Helton, 1993, pp. 327 -- 367)
Transuranic -- Transuranic waste is created from the production of various nuclear weapons. It is considered to be just as dangerous by: encompassing those materials with an atomic number greater than 92. (Rechard, 1999, pp. 737 -- 807) (Helton, 1993, pp. 327 -- 367)
By Product -- This kind of waste is created during the manufacture of various weapons systems. As, it contains materials that are used in the…
Bibliography
Helton, J. (1993). Uncertainty and Sensitivity Analysis. Reliability Engineering, 42 (3), 327 -- 367.
Rechard, R. (1999). Historical Relationship. Risk Analysis, 19 (5), 737 -- 807.
radioactive waste disposal and also the factors that need to be taken into account when it comes to nuclear waste disposal. The issue of radioactive waste disposal has been a global headache ever since countries started using nuclear energy. The health and safety concerns associated with nuclear waste have meant that used radioactive material have to be disposed in a controlled manner and in secure locations. Disposal of radioactive waste
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This approach has been regarded as one of the best and safest approaches. Despite this, there is widespread concern about proper radioactive waste management. (National Research Council (U.S.), 1) According to a 1976 ERDA report, the nine facilities for radioactive waste disposal have been referred to as significant health hazards. Leaks and spills at such facilities are not very uncommon. In fact, the radioactive waste storage facility at Richland has
Meta-Analysis of Nuclear Energy and Waste Disposal in Social Sustainability A Dissertation Presented using the Meta-Analysis Technique Komi Emmanuel Fiagbe Gbedegan Christina Anastasia PH-D, Chair [Committee Name], [Degree], Committee Member [Committee Name], [Degree], Committee Member Date Approved Komi Emmanuel Fiagbe Gbedegan, 2016 This research proposal explores the link between public perceptions of nuclear power, how those perceptions are formed, and what influence those opinions have on energy policy. These issues are important in light of two realities.
Meta-Analysis of Nuclear Energy and Waste Disposal in Social Sustainability A Dissertation Presented using the Meta-Analysis Technique Komi Emmanuel Fiagbe Gbedegan Christina Anastasia PH-D, Chair [Committee Name], [Degree], Committee Member [Committee Name], [Degree], Committee Member Date Approved Komi Emmanuel Fiagbe Gbedegan, 2016 This research proposal explores the link between public perceptions of nuclear power, how those perceptions are formed, and what influence those opinions have on energy policy. These issues are important in light of two realities.
Meta-Analysis of Nuclear Energy and Waste Disposal in Social Sustainability A Dissertation Presented using the Meta-Analysis Technique Komi Emmanuel Fiagbe Gbedegan Christina AnastasiaPH-D, Chair [Committee Name], [Degree], Committee Member [Committee Name], [Degree], Committee Member Date Approved Komi Emmanuel Fiagbe Gbedegan, 2016 This research proposal explores the link between public perceptions of nuclear power, how those perceptions are formed, and what influence those opinions have on energy policy. These issues are important in light of two realities. First,