A Model Of The Chemistry Of The Dump Leaching Of Chalcopyrite
- Organization:
- The American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers
- Pages:
- 6
- File Size:
- 295 KB
- Publication Date:
- Jan 1, 1981
Abstract
A model of the reaction of chalcopyrite, CuFeS2, with Fe3+ and with 02 is considered. Homogeneous solution phase reactions are assumed to be always at equilibrium throughout the dissolution of the mineral. The dissociation of USOb- and several complexation reactions involving cu2+, Fez+ and Fe3+ are incorporated in the model equations. The relative importance of Fe3+, 02, and H+ as oxidants and the role of solution equilibria are assessed and the implications for leaching practice discussed.
Citation
APA: (1981) A Model Of The Chemistry Of The Dump Leaching Of Chalcopyrite
MLA: A Model Of The Chemistry Of The Dump Leaching Of Chalcopyrite. The American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers, 1981.