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A. Morgenstern, C. Apostolidis, R. Carlos-Marquez, K. Mayer, R. Molinet

Single-column extraction chromatographic separation of U, Pu, Np and Am

A rapid, single-column extraction chromatographic method using commercially available UTEVA resin has been developed for the separation of uranium, plutonium, neptunium and americium. The method yields recoveries superior to 90% and allows direct loading of separated fractions on filaments for subsequent analysis by thermal ionization mass spectrometry. The use of reagents compatible with robotized equipment allows automation of the separation process for routine analysis of nuclear materials. The redox reactions between plutonium, neptunium and hydrogen peroxide involved in the separation process were studied by UV/Vis/NIR absorption spectroscopy.

Radiochimica Acta, Oldenbourg Wissenschaftsverlag

Print ISSN: 0033-8230
Volume: 90, 02/2002
Pages: 081

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