disposal of nuclear waste
Disposal of nuclear waste refers to the process of safely and securely storing the radioactive materials and by-products generated from nuclear power plants, nuclear weapons production, medical treatment, and research activities, to prevent potentially harmful exposure to the environment and people.
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