10 Questions
What is a common method of storing high-level waste?
Deep burial
What is the purpose of covering the pile of tailings with a nonpermeable material?
To prevent erosion
What is typically built to monitor the storage of high-level waste?
Underground laboratories
Why is shallow burial often used for mill tailings?
Because it is easier to implement
What is the purpose of buttressing the pile of tailings with rocks and soil?
To prevent erosion
Which country is currently building a facility for deep burial of high-level waste?
Finland
What is the purpose of recycling radioactive materials?
To reduce the amount of waste
What type of radioactive materials can be recycled?
Uranium and plutonium
What is the purpose of storing used fuel in water?
To cool the fuel
What is the final step in the disposal of high-level waste?
Deep burial
Test your knowledge on the transportation and handling of petrochemical products and their byproducts, focusing on safety measures and precautions. This quiz covers important information related to the proper delivery of hazardous chemicals and compliance with UN recommendations.
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