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Determination of Oxygen in Beryllium Metal by the Inert Gas Fusion Method

Journal Article · · Analytical Chemistry
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1021/ac60168a021· OSTI ID:4144117
In an inert gas-fusion procedure, beryllium oxide is made to react with carbon in a graphite crucible yielding carbon monoxide which, after oxidation to carbon dioxide, is measured conductometrically. The work was carried out with a Leco inert gas-fusion apparatus which is slightly modified to accommodate larger sample weights. To provide an intimate contact of the molten sample with the graphite and to minimize the evaporation of beryllium, with the danger of subsequent gettering, nickel is used as a flux. The method is rapid and simple enough to permit the use of untrained personnel.
Research Organization:
Ledoux and Co., Teaneck, N.J.
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
NSA Number:
NSA-15-001352
OSTI ID:
4144117
Journal Information:
Analytical Chemistry, Journal Name: Analytical Chemistry Journal Issue: 12 Vol. 32; ISSN 0003-2700
Publisher:
American Chemical Society (ACS)
Country of Publication:
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Language:
English