Question

question 19 of 25 given equal time periods, which statement about radioactive waste is correct? a. nuclear fusion generates less radioactive waste than nuclear fission does. b. nuclear fission generates less radioactive waste than radioactive decay does. c. nuclear fusion generates less radioactive waste than radioactive decay does. d. radioactive decay and nuclear fission always generate the same amount of waste.

Explanation:

Nuclear fusion combines light - nuclei and produces very little long - lived radioactive waste. Nuclear fission splits heavy nuclei and generates a significant amount of radioactive waste. Radioactive decay is a natural process that also creates radioactive waste. Nuclear fusion is known for its relatively low radioactive waste production compared to nuclear fission.

Answer:

A. Nuclear fusion generates less radioactive waste than nuclear fission does.