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DM100 HLW and LAW Tests of the Influence of Technetium on Cesium Volatility Using Rhenium as a Technetium Surrogate [Final Report]

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/2446692· OSTI ID:2446692
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  1. The Catholic Univ. of America, Washington, DC (United States)
The principal objective of the DM100 melter tests was to investigate the effect of technetium on the volatility of cesium using rhenium as a surrogate for technetium. Objectives: Perform laboratory, small melter and pilot melter testing, as necessary, to develop an empirical model of the relationship between technetium and cesium volatility. Based on literature and empirical studies, provide the theoretical basis or model that accurately predicts the effect of technetium concentration on cesium volatility. Define whether the presence of reductant (sugar) or chloride competes with or is additive to the technetium-induced volatility of cesium. Where possible because of potentially small amounts of material, identify the cesium and technetium containing compounds.
Research Organization:
Hanford Site (HNF), Richland, WA (United States); USDOE Office of River Protection (ORP), Richland, WA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Environmental Management (EM)
DOE Contract Number:
AC27-01RV14136
OSTI ID:
2446692
Report Number(s):
ORP--61327,Rev.0; VSL-04R4710-1; VSL-04R4710-1, Rev. 0
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English