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Potential impact of LWR source-term magnitude and characteristics on predicted consequences of reactor accidents

Conference ·
OSTI ID:6762069
This paper will review the important characteristics of LWR accident source terms and discuss how each characteristic could impact predicted consequences. Information is presented concerning source term magnitude; particle size distribution and chemical composition; plume heat and moisture content; and release timing.
Research Organization:
Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-76DP00789
OSTI ID:
6762069
Report Number(s):
SAND-82-1595C; CONF-821103-5; ON: DE82018745
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English