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The Nucleus

Question 2 • CA-Chemistry A

Produces dangerous radioactive waste:

Answer
A
nuclear fission
B
nuclear fusion
C
both

Explanation

Nuclear fission splits heavy atoms, producing radioactive fission products that can remain hazardous for a long time. Nuclear fusion generally produces much less long-lived radioactive waste, though some reactor materials can become radioactive. Therefore, the correct choice is nuclear fission.

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