Leaching of radionuclides from uranium ore and mill tailings ( Ra- 226, Tn-230).
January 1, 1982
The major part of the extractable uranium is associated with a readily acid-soluble fraction in both ore and tailings. The major part of the extractable 226Ra was associated with an iron, manganese hydrous-oxide fraction in the ore and tailings. Thorium-230 was the least leachable of the radionuclides studied. The major portion of the extractable 230Th was associated with alkaline-earth sulphate precipitates, organic matter, or both. The specific effects of milling on each of the nuclides are discussed.-Author
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 1982 |
|---|---|
| Title | Leaching of radionuclides from uranium ore and mill tailings ( Ra- 226, Tn-230). |
| Authors | E. R. Landa |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Uranium |
| Index ID | 70011435 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |