Flocculation of Clay-Based Tailings: Differences of Kaolin and Sodium Montmorillonite in Salt Medium

Flocculation of Clay-Based Tailings: Differences of Kaolin and Sodium Montmorillonite in Salt Medium

Complex gangues and low-quality waters are a concern for the mining industries, particularly in water shortage areas, where the closure of hydric circuits and reduction in water use are essential to maintain the economic and environmental sustainability of mineral processing. This study analyzes the...

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Main Authors: Steven Nieto, Norman Toro, Pedro Robles, Edelmira Gálvez, Sandra Gallegos, Ricardo I. Jeldres
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-02-01
Series:Materials
Subjects:
seawater flocculation
clay-based tailings
kaolin and Na-montmorillonite
fractal aggregates
mineral processing
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/15/3/1156

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