The Radioactive Wastes at Yucca Mountain Would Be Stored

question 18

Multiple Choice

The radioactive wastes at Yucca Mountain would be stored:

• A) 240 meters above the surface, in a limestone vault.
• B) 300 meters beneath the surface, in welded tuffs.
• C) 40 meters beneath the surface, in welded tuffs.
• D) at the surface in a limestone vault.

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Definitions:

Brachial

Refers to the brachial artery in the arm; the artery used in measuring blood pressure.

Radial

Refers to structures arranged like rays that extend from or converge to a common center, often used in anatomical contexts.

Carotid

Pertaining to the carotid artery.

Carotid

Referring to the main arteries in the neck that supply blood to the head and brain.