Equilibrium and kinetic aspects of Am( iii )/Eu( iii ) pair extraction by a bipyridine-based N,O-donor ligand in different solvents

Key Points

• The study aims to explore the extraction of Am(III) from lanthanides and its implications for nuclear waste management.
• Utilized a bipyridine-based N,O-donor ligand for extraction.
• Investigated the extraction process in various solvents.
• Assessed both equilibrium and kinetic aspects of the extraction.
• Demonstrated effective separation of Am(III) from Eu(III) in selected solvents.
• Observed significant differences in extraction efficiency across different solvent types.