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RECOVERY OF TETRAVALENT CATIONS FROM AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS

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OSTI ID:4318762

The recovery of plutonium, zirconium, and tetravalent cerium values from aqueous solutions is described. It consists of adding an alkyl phosphate to a nnineral acid aqueous solution containing the metal to be recovered, whereby a precipitate forms with the tetravalent values, and separating the precipitate from the solution. All alkyl phosphates, if water-soluble, are suitable for the process; however, monobutyl phosphate has been found best.

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-12-014401
Assignee:
U.S. Atomic Energy Commission
Patent Number(s):
US 2833799
OSTI ID:
4318762
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English