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Low-Level Radioactive Waste (LLRW)

"Wastes less hazardous than most of those associated with a nuclear reactor; generated by hospitals, research laboratories, and certain industries. The Department of Energy, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and EPA share responsibilities for managing them.

Source: United States Environmental Protection Agency, Terms of Environment

   
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