Bio-metallurgical process in which bio-oxidation of mineral comp

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Process of utilizing an enzyme or micro-organism to destroy... – Destruction of hazardous or toxic waste

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435264, 423DIG17, C12P 300

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ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a process for bio-oxidating insoluble mineral compounds from ores comprising the steps of:

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