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REMOVAL OF CESIUM BY SORPTION FROM AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS

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OSTI ID:4812384

ABS>A process is given for selectively removing cesium from acid aqueous solutions containing cesium in microquantities and other cations in macroquantities by absorption on clinoptilolite. The cesium can be eluted from the clinoptilolite with a solution of ammonia, potassium hydroxide, or rubidium hydroxide. (AEC)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-16-004235
Assignee:
U.S. Atomic Energy Commission
Patent Number(s):
US 3017242
OSTI ID:
4812384
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English