Nuclear accidents refer to disasters caused by radiation exposure, leakage or explosions from nuclear reactors or other atomic facilities. Some synonyms for nuclear accidents include nuclear mishaps, nuclear incidents, nuclear emergencies, radiological emergencies, and atomic catastrophes. In addition, the terms nuclear disaster, radiation disaster, and nuclear meltdown are also used to describe events resulting from the release of radioactive materials. These incidents can have catastrophic effects on human health, the environment, and the economy. Therefore, it is crucial to take preventive measures and improve safety practices to avoid the occurrence of such accidents.