Concentration of solids in the Bayer process

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1996-11-06

1999-09-14

Bos, Steven

Chemistry of inorganic compounds

Treating mixture to obtain metal containing compound

Group iiia metal or beryllium

423122, 423131, 210734, 210787, C22B 2100, C01F 700

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059519550

ABSTRACT:
Processes for improving solids/liquids separation efficiency in the Bayer process are disclosed, wherein solids are flocculated with hydroxamated polymers and centrifuged.

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