Reprocessing of nuclear fuel
A)requires the heavy use of lead and iron ore.
B)eliminates the need for nuclear power plants.
C)requires additional mining of uranium.
D)reduces and reuses the stockpile of nuclear waste.

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Reprocessing of nuclear fuel allows for the recycling of spent nuclear fuel, which reduces the volume of nuclear waste that needs to be managed and stored. It does not eliminate the need for nuclear power plants, nor does it heavily rely on lead and iron ore. While it may reduce the immediate need for new uranium mining by making more efficient use of existing uranium, it does not completely eliminate the need for mining uranium in the future.

Reprocessing of Nuclear Fuel