Chapter 8, Problem 37R

To determine

To choose: The correct option.

Answer to Problem 37R

Option (B)

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:

The waste material that generates in a nuclear reaction is called nuclear waste. This waste is further reused or disposed to isolated space.

The nuclear waste is very harmful and hazardous. It is impossible to destroy it completely. The effect of the radiation of the nuclear waste can only be minimized by taking proper caution in disposing. The nuclear waste disposes according to the amount and the intensity of the radiation of the material. The nuclear must be disposing such a place where it becomes less harmful for humans. It must be disposed in keeping a container that minimizes the radiation and disposed such a medium like deep underground. The nuclear waste can also disposed by storing them in a deep pool, so the option (B) is correct.

The spent nuclear fuel rods cannot be disposed at community landfill, reactor site and in the air because this can lead to other serious environmental problems, so the option (A), option (C) and option (D) are incorrect.

Conclusion:

Thus, the option correct option is B.