Practical Notes on the Cyanide Process (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Francis Lawrence Bosqui

9780266284512: Practical Notes on the Cyanide Process (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266284515 ISBN 13: 9780266284512

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

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Practical Notes on the Cyanide Process offers a concise, real‑world look at how cyanide works in ore treatment.

Originally published in 1901, this guide focuses on practical operation rather than theory. It distills lessons from large cyanide mills in South Africa, Australasia, and the United States, presenting techniques, plant design ideas, and hands‑on considerations for applying the process to different ore and tailings. The pages cover historical context, basic chemistry, laboratory testing, and how to lay out and run cyanide works, including leaching, precipitation by zinc, and the clean‑up of precipitates. Rich with illustrations and diagrams, it aims to help engineers, chemists, and managers improve efficiency and reliability.

What you’ll experience and learn:

Practical procedures for leaching, zinc precipitation, and refining steps.
Guidance on designing and arranging cyanide plants, pipes, valves, and vats.
Techniques for laboratory tests, data interpretation, and troubleshooting in the field.
Exemplifications of practice from major mining regions (South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, India, and the United States).

Ideal for readers of mining engineering, metallurgical study, and professionals seeking hands‑on, field‑tested methods.

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