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Reprocessing of nuclear fuels

Journal Article · · Sci. Am.; (United States)
This survey of nuclear fuel reprocessing begins with a description of the composition of spent fuels and of the treatment and storage of radioactive wastes. A discussion of technology and engineering design for reprocessing plants is accompanied by schematic diagrams of equipment and processes; and an account is given of attempts to build and operate the plants. Safety considerations, environmental aspects, and public opinion of the various methods of waste treatment are discussed. (DDA)
OSTI ID:
7231520
Journal Information:
Sci. Am.; (United States), Journal Name: Sci. Am.; (United States) Vol. 235:6; ISSN SCAMA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English