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Characterization of Neptunium Oxide Generated Using the HB-Line Phase II Flowsheet

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/890149· OSTI ID:890149

Approximately 98 grams of neptunium(IV) oxide (NpO{sub 2}) were produced at the Savannah River Technology Center (SRTC) for use in gas generation tests to support the neptunium stabilization program at the Savannah River Site (SRS). The NpO{sub 2} was produced according to the anticipated HB-Line flowsheet consisting of anion exchange, oxalate precipitation, filtration, and calcination. Characterization of the NpO{sub 2} product to be used in gas generation tests included bulk and tap density measurements, X-ray diffraction, particle size distribution, specific surface area measurements, and moisture analysis.

Research Organization:
SRS
Sponsoring Organization:
DOE
DOE Contract Number:
AC09-96SR18500
OSTI ID:
890149
Report Number(s):
WSRC-TR-2003-00388-R0
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English