Green Energy Transition: Fukushima water

Green Energy Transition: Fukushima water

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The video discusses the planned release of treated water from the Fukushima nuclear plant, addressing public concerns and safety measures. Experts explain that the water will only contain tritium, a low-risk radioactive substance, and highlight international validation of the safety measures. Comparisons are made with China's tritium discharge levels, and the nature of tritium is explained to alleviate fears. The video aims to clarify misconceptions about nuclear energy and the environmental impact of the discharge.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of Chinese consumers regarding the Fukushima water discharge?

The impact on local fishing groups

The safety of imported food

The effect on Japanese cosmetics

The approval from government regulators

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Tony Irwin, what is the only substance left in the water after treatment?

Potassium

Tritium

Cesium

Uranium

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the independent analysis by the IAEA and other labs confirm about the water?

It is unsafe for discharge

It is free of all radio nucleides except tritium

It contains harmful chemicals

It contains high levels of uranium

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the tritium discharge planned for Fukushima compare to that of the Hong Yang plant in China?

It is five times less

It is the same

It is five times more

It is ten times more

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is tritium chemically similar to?

Carbon

Oxygen

Hydrogen

Nitrogen

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is tritium considered to have low radioactivity?

It has low energy and passes through the body quickly

It is not found in nature

It has a short half-life

It is easily separated from water

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common misconception about discharging radioactive water into the sea?

Radioactive water cannot be treated

Tritium is the most dangerous radioactive substance

There is no experience in handling such discharges

All radioactive materials are equally harmful