The Chemistry of Nuclear Fuel Waste Disposal
The Chemistry of Nuclear Fuel Waste Disposal

Author: Donald R. Wiles

Publisher: Presses inter Polytechnique

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 9782553010255

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This volume carefully describes the nature of radioactivity and of nuclear power and discusses in detail the management of radioactive waste by the multi-barrier system, but also takes an unusual approach to assessing the risks. Using knowledge of the chemical properties of the various radionuclides in spent fuel, this book follows each of the important radionuclides as it travels through the many barriers placed in its path. It turns out that only two radionuclides are able to reach the biosphere, and they arrive at the earth's surface only after many thousands of years. A careful analysis of the critical points of the disposal plant emphasizes site rejection criteria and other stages at which particular care must be taken, demonstrating how dangers can be anticipated and putting to rest the fear of nuclear fuel waste and its geological burial.

Coupled Thermo-Hydro-Mechanical-Chemical Processes in Geo-systems
Coupled Thermo-Hydro-Mechanical-Chemical Processes in Geo-systems

Author: Ove Stephansson

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2004-11-03

Total Pages: 853

ISBN-13: 0080530060

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Among the most important and exciting current steps forward in geo-engineering is the development of coupled numerical models. They represent the basic physics of geo-engineering processes which can include the effects of heat, water, mechanics and chemistry. Such models provide an integrating focus for the wide range of geo-engineering disciplines. The articles within this volume were originally presented at the inaugural GeoProc conference held in Stockholm and contain a collection of unusually high quality information not available elsewhere in an edited and coherent form. This collection not only benefits from the latest theoretical developments but also applies them to a number of practical and wide ranging applications. Examples include the environmental issues around radioactive waste disposal deep in rock, and the search for new reserves of oil and gas.

Transparency and Accountability in Science and Politics
Transparency and Accountability in Science and Politics

Author: K. Andersson

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2008-07-10

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 0230227767

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This book challenges the role of scientists in policy making and the idea of deliberative democracy. The author argues that awareness must increase among both politicians and the citizens who elect them. We must revitalise the decision-making processes in representative democracy. The book proposes new institutional structures.

Code of Federal Regulations
Code of Federal Regulations

Author: United States. Internal Revenue Service

Publisher:

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 1026

ISBN-13:

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Special edition of the Federal register, containing a codification of documents of general applicability and future effect as of April 1 ... with ancillaries