Reprocessing of carbide fuels: Conversion of carbide to nitride as a head end step

An overview of uranium and uranium compounds with an emphasis on their relevance to chemical technology is provided. Uranium and its compounds have many uses both potential and applied, examples include nuclear fuel, radiation shielding, and kinetic energy penetrators. These uses have a substantial economic impact, the aspects of which are provided. Sections are provided which illustrate the occurrence, recovery, and radiochemistry of uranium as well as the properties and preparation of uranium metal. A broad overview of uranium coordination and organometallic compounds is also provided. Drawbacks to the application of uranium and uranium compounds in many processes include the chemical reactivity of the metal and the inherent radioactivity of uranium isotopes. As such, health and safety factors which must be taken into account while working with uranium are discussed.

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Uranium and Uranium Compounds

Whitlock

2001

Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology

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Reprocessing of carbide fuels: Conversion of carbide to nitride as a head end step

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AC-3-irradiation test of sphere-pac and pellet (U,Pu)C fuel in the US Fast Flux Test Facility

AC-3-irradiation test of sphere-pac and pellet (U,Pu)C fuel in the US Fast Flux Test Facility

Uranium and Uranium Compounds

Uranium and Uranium Compounds

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