Optimization of bioleaching process

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2007-01-15

2009-02-24

King, Roy (Department: 1793)

Specialized metallurgical processes, compositions for use therei

Processes

Free metal or alloy reductant contains magnesium

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07494529

ABSTRACT:
A method for optimizing a bioleaching process, at least in respect of heat generation and primary copper sulphide leaching, by actively monitoring and controlling inorganic and organic compounds in a raffinate solution, produced in the process, to levels below that which could be inhibitory to microbial activity of bioleaching strains used in the process.

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