Nuclear pollution is the release of nuclear materials into the environment that can cause harm to living organisms. It is caused by activities such as nuclear power plant accidents, nuclear weapons testing, radioactive waste disposal, and the mining and processing of uranium and other radioactive substances. Nuclear pollution can lead to serious health effects such as cancer, birth defects, and genetic damage. It can also damage the environment, resulting in environmental contamination and destruction of ecosystems. To minimize the risk of nuclear pollution, governments around the world have put in place regulations to ensure the safe handling of nuclear materials.