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THE EXTRACTION OF THORIUM

Journal Article · · Chem. & Ind. (London)
OSTI ID:4175826

A review is presented on processes for extraction from monazite which involve only thorium. The methods of ore breakdown, phosphate and rare earth removal. interm,diate and final purification, and conversion to pure thoria are described. The electrolydic and calcium reductions of the thoria to metal powder are discussed. (C.J.G.)

Research Organization:
Atomic Energy Research Establishment, Harwell, Berks, Eng.; United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority, Springfields, Lancs, Eng.; National Chemical Lab., Teddington, Middx., Eng.
NSA Number:
NSA-14-007457
OSTI ID:
4175826
Journal Information:
Chem. & Ind. (London), Journal Name: Chem. & Ind. (London) Vol. Vol: No. 8
Country of Publication:
Country unknown/Code not available
Language:
English

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