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B: Statement of Task
Pages 159-160

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... In addition, the committee will consider scientific and technical material from all interested parties. The NRC/BROOM will arrange for the empanelment of a multidisciplinary scientific and technical review committee of about 18 experts in appropriate fields such as geology, hydrology, geochemistry, seismology, civil and mining engineering, material science, toxicology, LLRW processing and management, risk analysis, public health, environmental law, health physics, and quality assurance.
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... g. Was the commission's application of information obtained through field surveys, site visits, aerial inspections, or any other field investigation used for evaluating potential sites consistent with good scientific practice?
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