U.S. to investigate nuclear waste site on Marshall Islands

The video discusses the Dome in the Marshall Islands, which contains radioactive waste from US nuclear tests conducted between 1946 and 1958. The Dome, built in the late 1970s, was a temporary solution to contain radioactive ash and soil. Rising sea levels now threaten the Dome, and the Department of Energy is required to investigate its condition and potential risks to the environment and local communities.

What was the primary reason for constructing the Dome in the Marshall Islands?

• To store agricultural products

• To contain radioactive waste from nuclear tests

• To serve as a tourist attraction

• To house military personnel

How thick is the concrete cover of the Dome?

• 12 inches

• 18 inches

• 24 inches

• 30 inches

What was the original intention for the Dome's construction?

• A temporary solution

• A research facility

• A permanent solution

• A decorative structure

Which organization is tasked with investigating the Dome's condition?

• The Department of Defense

• The Environmental Protection Agency

• The Department of Energy

• The National Aeronautics and Space Administration

What environmental factor is a concern for the Dome's stability?

• Earthquakes

• Rising sea levels

• Volcanic eruptions

• Tornadoes