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DOE Testing Nuclear Waste for Hazardous Components Raises Environmental Concerns

High Level Radioactive Waste Management
Characterization of Spent Nuclear Fuel and High-Level Radioactive Waste Glass for Hazardous Components
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The Department of Energy is testing nuclear waste to see if it contains hazardous materials. They want to know if the waste is considered dangerous under certain laws. The testing will involve checking how quickly harmful metals can leak from the waste.