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(1986) and

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(2011)

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level 7 nuclear accidents.

Chernobyl and Fukushima nuclear accidents

The following table compares the Chernobyl and Fukushima nuclear accidents.

Radioactive contamination discharge

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How Much Fuel Is at Risk at Fukushima?

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Chernobyl and Fukushima nuclear accidents

Radioactive contamination discharge

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