The Chernobyl Incident in 1986 Involved

question 24

Multiple Choice

The Chernobyl incident in 1986 involved

• A) a nuclear explosion high in the atmosphere.
• B) a nuclear missile that misfired and exploded.
• C) a nuclear power accident.
• D) a massive leak and fire at an oil exploration platform.
• E) an explosion and fire at a natural gas field.

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