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PRODUCTION OF THORIUM FLUORIDE

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OSTI ID:4236804

A process is presented for producing anhydrous thorium fluoride comprising the step of contacting a saturated aqueous solution of thorium nitrate with an aqueous solution of hydrofluoric acid having a concentration of about 45 to 50% by weight at a temperature above 70 deg C whereby anhydrous thorium fluoride precipitates.

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-14-002402
Assignee:
U.S. Atomic Energy Commission
Patent Number(s):
US 2899270
OSTI ID:
4236804
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English