### Question
What is the definition of defense waste?


### Answer
The definition of **defense waste** is as follows in *50 U.S.C. § 2586*:

> waste, including radioactive waste, resulting primarily from atomic energy defense activities of the Department of Energy

#### Citation:
  - *50 U.S.C. § 2586*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 42-ATOMIC ENERGY DEFENSE PROVISIONS > SUBCHAPTER IV-ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION AND WASTE MANAGEMENT MATTERS > Part A-Environmental Restoration and Waste Management**

