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Nuclear Fuel and Waste

Ethan Hones
Use of Nuclear Fuel, Waste & How to Use It More Safely
Did you know that one drop of nuclear waste is enough to kill you? How do we know that using nuclear waste for other things is a good idea or even safe for the public? The dangers of nuclear waste could be breathing in the toxic fumes or be exposed to nuclear radiation that can cause radiation sickness ranging from nausea to death. There are many public opinions on the usage of nuclear energy. Such as, should we use nuclear fuel, how could we get rid of the waste, and how could we make the usage of nuclear energy safer? These are all valid concerns the public has.