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Modeling of Cation Binding in Hydrated 2:1 Clay Minerals

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/827197· OSTI ID:827197
The primary objective of our research is the development of molecular models of ion exchange on clay minerals with a view toward understanding the mechanisms of radionuclide transport through clay-rich soils. Specific scientific goals include using molecular computer simulations to calculate the thermodynamics of clay swelling and ion exchange, and to evaluate the dependence of clay properties upon interlayer ion identity and clay composition. These goals will, in general, facilitate the development structure function relationships in clays.
Research Organization:
New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM (US)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Environmental Management (EM) (US)
DOE Contract Number:
FG07-96ER14697
OSTI ID:
827197
Report Number(s):
EMSP-54823--1999
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English