Description
Concerns reactions between iron corrosion products and clay minerals in the bentonite.
SKB Number
SKB FEP Number
Bu17
Main Category
Main category for FEP
Internal process
System Component
System component to which the FEP applies
Buffer
Handling
Explanation of how the FEP is treated
Intact canister - Resaturation/ "thermal" period. Neglected since no iron will be in contact with the bentonite.
Intact canister - Long-term after saturation and "thermal" period. Only considered for failed canister. Possible loss of buffer efficiency.
Intact canister - Earthquakes. Only considered for failed canister. Possible loss of buffer efficiency.
References
Bibliographic references to obtain more information
SR-Site Buffer, backfill and closure process report, TR-10-47, Section(s) 2.2.4, 3.5.10; SR-Site Main report, TR-11-01, Section(s) 7.4.3