Ongoing Cleanup at Hanford Nuclear Waste Site

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The Hanford Nuclear Waste Site is employing innovative techniques for waste cleanup, notably using pulse jet mixers that function similarly to giant turkey basters to manage metallic sludge. These mixers help keep the waste agitated, facilitating its movement through tubes and jet nozzles. The discussion highlights the effectiveness of this method in the complex process of nuclear waste treatment. Participants clarify the distinction between the literal and metaphorical use of "turkey baster" in this context. Overall, the cleanup efforts at Hanford showcase unique engineering solutions to address hazardous waste management challenges.
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The most reliable method for moving metallic sludge involves giant turkey basters?

To keep the waste agitated, many of the pre-treatment vessels contain "pulse jet mixers" that act like giant turkey basters, sucking the waste into tubes and expelling it through jet nozzles.

Do you understand a difference between a "turkey baster" and something "acting like a turkey baster"?
 

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