The Disposal of Polluted Effluents from Mining, Metallurgical and Metal Finishing Industries, Their Effects on Receiving Water and Remedial Measures

- Organization:
- The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
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- 9
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Abstract
SYNOPSIS The adverse effect of acidic mine drainage derived from gold and coal mining operations on the quality of receiving waters is described, together with measures to be taken to counteract this pollution. The mineral load and the toxic effects from metallurgical and metal finishing industries are also considered. Attention is drawn to water conservation aspects.
Citation
APA:
The Disposal of Polluted Effluents from Mining, Metallurgical and Metal Finishing Industries, Their Effects on Receiving Water and Remedial MeasuresMLA: The Disposal of Polluted Effluents from Mining, Metallurgical and Metal Finishing Industries, Their Effects on Receiving Water and Remedial Measures. The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy,