Physical characterization of fault rocks within the Opalinus Clay formation

Abstract Near-surface disposal of radioactive waste in shales is a promising option to safeguard the population and environment. However, natural faults intersecting these geological formations can potentially affect the long-term isolation of the repositories. This paper characterizes the physical...

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Main Authors: Luis Felipe Orellana, Christophe Nussbaum, Luiz Grafulha, Pierre Henry, Marie Violay
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2022-03-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-022-08236-7