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Fukushima Daiichi in AP Environmental Science

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Verified for the 2027 exam•Fiveable Content Team

Definition

Fukushima Daiichi refers to a nuclear disaster that occurred in 2011 at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant in Japan. It was triggered by a massive earthquake and tsunami, leading to meltdowns, hydrogen explosions, and the release of radioactive materials.

This definition is part of Fiveable's AP Environmental Science review, which also has guided practice questions.

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