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Intermediate Level Nuclear Waste

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Key Stage 4

Meaning

 
The hazard symbol found on containers of nuclear waste.

Intermediate level nuclear waste is nuclear waste with a short half life and a medium level of radioactivity

About Intermediate Level Nuclear Waste

Intermediate level nuclear waste requires shielding to prevent irradiation of living organisms and containment to prevent contamination of the environment.
Intermediate level nuclear waste does not release enough energy to increase the temperature of the material.