OXIDATION OF URANIUM IN AIR AT HIGH TEMPERATURES

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The reaction between metallic uranium and air was investigated at temperatures ranging from 300 to 1440 deg C. The effect on oxidation rate of time, furnace temperature, area/weight ratio, and air flow rate was determined and the results presented graphically. The extent of self-heating due to the exothermic reaction was measured by recording both specimen and furnace temperatures. The time required for complete oxidation of cylindrical specimens was estimated and correlated as a function of furnace temperature and area/weight ratio. (auth)

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