Dyamond Wyatt by Dyamond

What are so-called "red zones"?

dyamondwt — 2015-04-14 18:48:11 UTC

The area closest to the nuclear power plant.

How have plant and animal life been affected by this event?

dyamondwt — 2015-04-14 18:52:09 UTC

The radioactive material released in the air has led to widespread negative effects such genetic damage in the animals, insects and wildlife of the region. The effect of radiation in the Fukushima region has also led to the reduction in size of this species of butterfly. The pale grass blue butterfly is also experiencing slow growth.

What has been done to clean up after the disaster?

dyamondwt — 2015-04-14 18:59:02 UTC

Automated cooling systems were installed within 3 months. A fabric cover was built to protect the buildings from storms and heavy rainfall. New detectors were installed at the plant to track emissions of xenon gas. Filters were installed to reduce contaminants from escaping the area of the plant into the area or atmosphere.The biggest costs for the cleanup will be the final decommissioning of the reactors, a process estimated to take 10–30 years.

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LaShelle Jackson

dyamondwt — 2015-04-16 19:25:31 UTC

your padlet is very organized and colorful