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radioactive waste
Waste materials that contain or are contaminated by radioactive substances. Generated by nuclear power plants, medical facilities, and research institutions.
Usage
A compound of 放射性 (radioactive) and 廃棄物 (waste). A key term in discussions about nuclear energy policy in Japan. Often categorized as 高レベル (high-level) or 低レベル (low-level).
Common collocations
- 高レベル放射性廃棄物 (high-level radioactive waste)
- 低レベル放射性廃棄物 (low-level radioactive waste)
- 放射性廃棄物の処理 (processing of radioactive waste)
- 最終処分場 (final disposal site)
Related words
Related Words
Related:
廃棄物 (waste (general))
Related:
核燃料 (nuclear fuel)
Related:
原子力発電 (nuclear power generation)