How Much Do You Know About Radioactive Waste Management and Safety?
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What are the sources of radioactive wastes?

Sources of radioactive wastes include X-ray machines, nuclear power plants, atomic research centers, and testing of nuclear weapons.

Why are radioactive wastes hazardous?

Radioactive wastes are hazardous because they can cause genetic and somatic variations in humans.

Name five radioactive elements mentioned in the text.

The five radioactive elements mentioned in the text are uranium, plutonium, polonium, caesium, and strontium.

What are some sources of radioactive wastes?

<p>Sources of radioactive wastes include X-ray machines, nuclear power plants, diagnostic and research centres, and testing of nuclear weapons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are radioactive wastes hazardous?

<p>Radioactive wastes are hazardous because they cause genetic and somatic variations in humans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name some radioactive elements that are considered hazardous.

<p>Some radioactive elements that are hazardous include uranium, plutonium, polonium, caesium, and strontium.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Sources of Radioactive Wastes

  • Nuclear power plants generate radioactive wastes as a byproduct of electricity generation
  • Hospitals and research institutions produce radioactive wastes from medical treatments and experiments
  • Industrial applications, such as food irradiation and radiography, also generate radioactive wastes
  • Mining and processing of uranium and thorium ores produce radioactive wastes

Hazards of Radioactive Wastes

  • Radioactive wastes emit ionizing radiation that can cause cancer, genetic mutations, and other health problems
  • Exposure to radioactive wastes can contaminate the environment, affecting humans and wildlife
  • Radioactive wastes can also lead to nuclear accidents, contaminating large areas and affecting the environment

Radioactive Elements

  • Uranium (U)
  • Thorium (Th)
  • Radium (Ra)
  • Radon (Rn)
  • Plutonium (Pu)

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"Test Your Knowledge: Radioactive Waste Management and Safety" - Take this quiz to learn about the proper handling and disposal of radioactive waste. From nuclear power plants to medical facilities, understand the sources and potential dangers of these hazardous materials. Challenge yourself with questions on safety protocols, regulations, and the long-term impact of radioactive waste on the environment. Gain valuable insights and become informed about this critical topic.

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