Radioactive Waste - Nature and Significance of Radioactive Waste

Nature and Significance of Radioactive Waste

Radioactive waste typically comprises a number of radioisotopes: unstable configurations of elements that decay, emitting ionizing radiation which can be harmful to humans and the environment. Those isotopes emit different types and levels of radiation, which last for different periods of time.

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