The Radiochemistry of Nuclear Power Plants with Light Water Reactors

In this book, radioactivity and the chemical reactions of radionuclides within the different areas of a nuclear power plant are discussed. The text concentrates on commercially operated light water reactors which currently represent the greatest fraction by far of the world's nuclear power capacity.
Part A is devoted to a short description of the design of the different types of plants in current operation, focusing mainly on those aspects of the plants that are relevant to radionuclide chemistry and behaviour.
In Part B, radiochemistry in the primary systems of the plant during normal operation state is discussed.
Part C addresses accident conditions, which are different in essential ways as regards radionuclide chemistry, from normal operating conditions.
This book is not only intended for experts working in the various fields of radiochemistry in nuclear power plants. It also provides an overview of the topics dealt with for the operators of nuclear power plants, for people working in design and development and in safety-related areas, as well as for all those working in licensing and supervision.