Acidic Mine Drainage: The Rate-Determining Step

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Abstract

The rate-determining step in the oxidation of iron pyrite and the formation of acidity in streams associated with coal and copper mines is the oxidation of ferrous iron. Effective pollution abatement necessitates control ling this reaction.

Topics & Keywords

Metal Extraction and Bioleaching Mine drainage and remediation techniques Minerals Flotation and Separation Techniques

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Clean water and sanitation

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Published in: Science

Volume 167, Issue 3921, pp. 1121-1123

DOI: 10.1126/science.167.3921.1121

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