The Volatilization of Fission Products by Melting of Reactor Fuel Plates
Description:
Experiments in the controlled melting of irradiated fuel specimens, particularly of the APPR, STR, and MTR types have confirmed that prolonged heating in air at temperatures in excess of the melting point results in the release of a large portion of the radioactivity. On the other hand, a moderate amount of heating in air or steam sufficient only to melt a specimen results mainly in the partial volatilization of the rare gases; the halogens, iodine and bromine; and the alkali metals, cesium and…
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Date:
July 15, 1957
Creator:
Parker, Geogre W. & Creek, George E.
Partner:
UNT Libraries Government Documents Department