CLEAN: Expert warns China at risk of Japan radiation

CLEAN: Expert warns China at risk of Japan radiation

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Interactive Video

Physics, Science, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the need for coastal areas near Japan to monitor potential radioactive threats, especially if wind and rain carry contaminants towards mainland China. It highlights the high radiation levels near a power plant and the potential biological effects. The video also covers the severe consequences of a reactor vessel explosion, though some parts of the transcript are unclear and unrelated.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should coastal areas be particularly alert according to the video?

They are major economic hubs.

They have a high population density.

They are close to Japan and could be affected by radioactive plumes.

They are prone to earthquakes.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural elements could carry radioactive contaminants to mainland China?

Volcanic eruptions

Wind and rain

Wind and snow

Earthquakes and tsunamis

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact of high radiation levels near the power plant?

Increased plant growth

Decreased water pollution

Visible biological effects on humans

Improved air quality

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could happen if a reactor vessel explodes?

It would cause a minor inconvenience.

It would release radioactive materials into the atmosphere.

It would improve the reactor's efficiency.

It would have no significant impact.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected scale of disaster in Japan's reactor compared to the potential explosion?

Smaller than expected

Similar to the explosion

No disaster expected

Larger than expected