radioactive waste
[ˌreɪ.di.oʊˈæk.tɪv weɪst]
nounpl: radioactive wastes
resíduo radioativo
1. Material that contains radioactive substances and is no longer useful, typically produced by nuclear reactors, medical facilities, or research institutions
The nuclear power plant must safely store radioactive waste for thousands of years.
A usina nuclear deve armazenar com segurança o resíduo radioativo por milhares de anos.
2. Byproduct of nuclear fission that poses health and environmental hazards due to its ionizing radiation
Proper disposal of radioactive waste is a major concern for environmental protection.
O descarte adequado de resíduo radioativo é uma grande preocupação para a proteção ambiental.
In Brazil and Portugal, the management of radioactive waste is a significant political and environmental issue, particularly in discussions about nuclear energy expansion. The term 'resíduo radioativo' is the preferred technical term in both countries' regulatory frameworks and scientific communities. In the USA, this is a major public policy debate, especially regarding long-term storage solutions at facilities like Yucca Mountain.
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