Abstract:
A single TOA extraction chromatographic column with a twostage sample loading was used to separate Np and Pu from the environmental samples. Preliminary studies were performed to determine both Np and Pu by ICP-MS in one run. The
239Pu recovery of (92.7±3.1)% and
237Np recovery of (96.8±2.7)% in environmental samples were obtained. By spiking with
242Pu, isotope dilution ICP-MS was applied to measure
239Pu and
240Pu. The feasibility for the determination of both Pu and Np was proved by analyzing IAEA-135 reference samples. The measured values for Pu are in good agreement with recommended reference value (no Np standard value available).