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> December 9, 1994 Plutonium Storage and Disposal The Department of Energy confirmed this week that the deadly substance plutonium, stockpiled during the arms cuts of the 80s, is liable to leak out of storage facilities, endangering residents and workers who come in contact with it. In this hour of Science Friday: a look back at the history of this radioactive substance, and a look into its future storage and disposal. Guests: Arjun Makhijani President Institute for Energy and Environmental Research Takoma Park, MD Robert DeGrasse Director, Office of Fissile Materials Disposition Department of Energy Washington, DC Books/Articles Discussed: Related Links:
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