The Principles of Copper Smelting (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Edward Dyer Peters

 
9780332184777: The Principles of Copper Smelting (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

The Principles of Copper Smelting offers a clear, principle-based look at how copper is extracted and refined.

This edition presents the core ideas behind smelting, roasting, and the science that drives copper production.

From fundamentals to practical methods, it shows how ore composition, heat, and chemical reactions shape the smelting process. The text frames the topic for students and professionals, linking scientific concepts with real-world metallurgy.
  • Foundational explanations of smelting, roasting, and matte formation
  • Discussion of earths, fluxes, and how they affect furnace performance
  • Illustrative chapters on pyrite smelting and reverberatory techniques
  • Practical insights into furnace operation, design, and heat calculations
Ideal for readers of technical metallurgy, mineral processing, and industrial chemistry who want a solid, accessible base in copper smelting principles and practice.

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