Radon fluxes at four uranium mill tailings disposal sites after about 20 years of service.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvrad.2021.106719
Abstract: To evaluate the properties of earthen covers over uranium mill tailings disposal cells after about 20 years of service, we measured Rn-222 fluxes and radon barrier properties at the Falls City, TX, Bluewater, NM, Shirley… read more here.
Keywords: uranium mill; tailings disposal; disposal sites; years service ... See more keywords
Experimental study on gas permeability and radon control performance of red clay covering layer on uranium mill tailings pond
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-92362-5
Abstract: The decommissioning of uranium mill tailings pond generally employs covering layer to diminish radon exhalation, with soil permeability, thickness, and moisture content being essential considerations in assessing the efficacy of radon reduction. This research uses… read more here.
Keywords: covering layer; tailings pond; permeability; radon exhalation ... See more keywords