Beneficiation of Nigerian bentonite using local materials

Abstract In previous studies, it has been found that the Nigerian bentonite is deficient in terms of its fluid loss and rheological properties which includes yield point. Also, due to its high calcium content and low sodium content as opposed to foreign bentonite, it does not meet the API standard o...

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Main Authors: Kevin C. Igwilo, N. Uwaezuoke, N. Okoli, Franklin T. Obasi, Emeka E. Okoro
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2020-07-01
Series:Journal of Petroleum Exploration and Production Technology
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/s13202-020-00956-8