Description

The process of fluid flow caused by spatial variations in fluid density due to chemical processes or salinity gradients. Density variations from chemical processes may arise within the EBS or between the EBS and the surrounding rock. Salinity gradients may exist within the rocks surrounding the EBS.

Category

Category of FEP

Supercontainer EBS

Sub-category

Sub-category of FEP

Hydraulic processes

Ondraf Niras FEP Number

Ondraf Niras FEP Number

40

FEP Effects

Description of FEP Effects

Density-driven flow may affect the transport and spread of radionuclides.

NEA TN2 IFEP Reference(s)

Related IFEPs from the NEA TN2 List of Proposed IFEP Revisions [NEA/RWM/R(2013)8]

Not specifically mentioned in relation to the EBS.