Nuclear Waste Management Concerns

The video explores the ongoing controversy surrounding nuclear energy, particularly focusing on the challenges of managing nuclear waste in Taiwan. It highlights the radioactive nature and long half-life of nuclear waste, making it a significant environmental concern. Various management techniques for high and low-level waste are discussed, along with their limitations and criticisms. The video also covers global incidents of nuclear waste leakage and emphasizes the responsibility of future generations in dealing with these issues.

What is one of the main challenges of nuclear energy discussed in the introduction?

• Limited fuel supply

• Lack of public support

• Nuclear waste management

• High cost of production

Why is nuclear waste considered particularly dangerous?

• It is corrosive to metals

• It has a long half-life and is radioactive

• It is difficult to transport

• It is highly flammable

What is the half-life of some nuclear waste materials?

• 50,000 years

• 24,000 years

• 1,000 years

• 100 years

According to experts, what is a key method to ensure the safety of nuclear waste?

• Diluting it with water

• Burning it at high temperatures

• Using multi-layer shielding

• Burying it in the ocean

How is low-level nuclear waste typically managed?

• Buried in shallow pits

• Burned in incinerators

• Mixed with concrete and stored

• Encased in lead containers

What is a major concern of environmental groups regarding nuclear waste storage?

• The aesthetic impact on landscapes

• The limited lifespan of concrete containment

• The cost of storage facilities

• The lack of skilled workers

What percentage of low-level nuclear waste containers have been found to have cracks?

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

• 5%

Which country experienced nuclear waste leakage that affected local agriculture?

• Germany

• France

• Japan

• Canada

What is a common argument against the belief that technology can solve all nuclear waste issues?

• Technology is too expensive

• Technology is not advancing fast enough

• Technology has limitations and cannot guarantee safety for future generations

• Technology is not widely accepted by the public

What is the main point of contention between technological optimism and environmental caution?

• The safety and long-term management of nuclear waste

• The political implications of nuclear energy

• The cost of nuclear energy

• The availability of nuclear fuel