Process Mineralogy of Roasted Pyrite and Arsenopyrite
Abstract
Process mineralogical techniques can provide useful information on the mineralogy and textures shown by pyrite and arsenopyrite particles that have been roasted to enhance extraction of gold from refractory gold ores. Dark-field reflected-light microscopy has been found to especially reveal the extent of development of porosity and permeability in the roasted particles. X-ray diffraction has been used to identify the fine-grained, calcium-bearing phases in the roast. Cathodoluminescence microscopy holds promise as a rapid technique for studying the calcium-bearing phases.
Recommended Citation
A. M. Hagni et al., "Process Mineralogy of Roasted Pyrite and Arsenopyrite," JOM Journal of the Minerals, Metals and Materials Society, vol. 44, no. 4, pp. 36 - 38, Springer Verlag, Apr 1992.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03222818
Department(s)
Geosciences and Geological and Petroleum Engineering
Keywords and Phrases
Extraction; Extractive Metallurgy; Heat Treatment; Pyrites; X-ray Analysis; Arsenopyrite; Cathodoluminescence Microscopy; Refractory Gold Ores; Roasted Pyrite; X-ray Diffraction; Gold Ore Treatment
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
1047-4838
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 1992 Springer Verlag, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Apr 1992
