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OXIDATION OF URANIUM(IV) BY OXYGEN AND NITROUS ACID

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/4063347· OSTI ID:4063347
The oxidation of uranium(IV) by oxygen and nitrous acid was studied in both 30% TBP-""Ultrasene"" and in aqueous solutions. Emphasis was placed on reactions between uranium(IV) and nitrous acid. Distribution coefficients were measured for uranium(IV) and uranium(VI) in the nitric acid-30% TBP system. The use of uranium(IV) as a reductant for plutonium in the Purex process is discussed. (auth)
Research Organization:
Du Pont de Nemours (E.I.) & Co. Savannah River Lab., Aiken, S.C.
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
NSA Number:
NSA-15-014165
OSTI ID:
4063347
Report Number(s):
DP-554
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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