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Radiolytic and Pyrolytic Decomposition of Ortho Terphenyl at High Temperature

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/4630775· OSTI ID:4630775
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  1. North American Aviation, Inc., Canoga Park, CA (United States). Atomics International Div.

The pyrolytic decomposition rates of ortho-terphenyl were determined at various temperatures between 750 and 900°F and the temperature dependence of the initial rates established. The formation rates for biphenyl in the pyrolysis of ortho-terphenyl were also determined. The radiolytic decomposition of ortho-terphenyl was studied in the same temperature range using 1.0 Mev electrons from a Van de Graaff generator. The temperature dependence of initial radiolytic decomposition rates was established. Comparisons were made between the pyrolytic and radiolytic behavior of ortho-terphenyl.

Research Organization:
North American Aviation, Inc., Canoga Park, CA (United States). Atomics International Div.
Sponsoring Organization:
US Atomic Energy Commission (AEC)
DOE Contract Number:
AT(11-1)-GEN-8
NSA Number:
NSA-19-015570
OSTI ID:
4630775
Report Number(s):
NAA-SR--8277
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English