Chemistry of nuclear waste glass reactions: problems and potential of prediction

Many commonly accepted principles of glass corrosion testing can lead to false conclusions if they are accepted as generalities. It is essential to recognize the effects of changing chemistry in test solutions, of temperature on reaction rates, of cycling conditions and of anomalous reactions. One then concludes that simulation modeling is essential, that better standard tests are needed, that wet site disposal may be a good choice and that anomalous failure can be avoided by proper glass design