radioactive waste
US /ˌreɪ.di.oʊˈæk.tɪv weɪst/
UK /ˌreɪ.di.oʊˈæk.tɪv weɪst/
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radioaktiver Abfall, Atommüll
waste products containing radioactive materials, especially those produced by nuclear power stations and the processing of nuclear fuel, that are difficult and expensive to dispose of safely
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The safe disposal of radioactive waste is a major environmental challenge.
Die sichere Entsorgung von radioaktivem Abfall ist eine große Umweltherausforderung.
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Storing radioactive waste requires specialized facilities.
Die Lagerung von radioaktivem Abfall erfordert spezielle Einrichtungen.