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Interfacial Reduction-Oxidation Mechanisms Governing Fate and Transport of Contaminants in the Vadose Zone

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/833522· OSTI ID:833522
Immobilization of toxic and radioactive metals (e.g., Cr, Tc, and U) in the vadose zone by in situ gaseous reduction using hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is a promising technology the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is developing for soil remediation. Earlier laboratory studies have shown that Cr(VI) in a number of soil samples can be effectively immobilized by treatment with dilute gaseous H2S. A field test has also been completed that resulted in 70% immobilization of Cr(VI). The objective of this project is to characterize the interactions among H2S, the metal contaminants, and soil components. Understanding these interactions is needed to assess the long-term effectiveness of the technology and to optimize the remediation system.
Research Organization:
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology; Pacific Northwest National Lab., Richland, WA (US)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Environmental Management (EM) (US)
DOE Contract Number:
FG07-99ER15011
OSTI ID:
833522
Report Number(s):
EMSP-70088--2001
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English