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Fukushima Daiichi

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

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.

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