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I have to make a storyboard of six to eight boxes explaining the processes of bioleaching. I am only in year nine so what is bioleaching in simple terms?
Shortly, bioleaching is a method of separation of metals from ores using living organisms; for the beginning read the text from the link below.
Why is bioleaching and phytomining important?
They are cheaper alternatives to processes such as electrolysis and are better for the environment
Why would an increase in bioleaching not happen?
If large new deposits of high-grade ore are discovered.
How is the process of extraction of metals from ores called?
There are several ways to do this. The most common is smelting, a favorite of mine is bioleaching.
How copper is extracted by phytomining and bioleaching?
Bioleaching uses bacterial microorganisms to extract precious metals, such as gold, from ore in which it is embedded. As an alternative to smelting or roasting, miners use bioleaching when there are lower concentrations of metal in ore and they need an efficient, environmentally responsible method. The bacteria feeds on nutrients in minerals, thereby separating the metal that leaves the organism's system; then the metal can be collected in a solution. Bioleaching works because of how special microorganisms act on mineral deposits. They are a catalyst to speed up natural processes inside ore. The bacteria uses a chemical reaction called oxidation to turn metal sulphide crystals into sulfates and pure metals. These constituent parts of ore are separated into valuable metal and leftover sulphur and other acidic chemicals. Eventually, enough material builds up in the waste solution to filter and concentrate it into metal. For some types of metal, such as copper, bioleaching is not always economically feasible or fast enough, even with its low cost. However, in certain areas of the world or with other metals, this simple, effective, and low cost method offers a smart choice. For example, developing countries often do not have the infrastructure or capital investment to begin smelting, yet their land contains enough ore that its extraction can significantly improve their national economy. One day we may use bioleaching to mine other metals, such as zinc and nickel, on the Moon.
What are the disadvantages of bioleaching?
is not cheap
How is bioleaching environment friendly?
bioleaching is that process which is now a days being used on world scale for removal of waste which in the form of minerals like low graded ore of gole ,silver.uranium to get rid of pollution by using microorganism like bacteria & fungi.
How bioleaching works?
it means they suck your blood
What are the advantages of using bioleaching?
son of a balloon
I have to make a storyboard of six to eight boxes explaining the processes of bioleaching. I am only in year nine so what is bioleaching in simple terms?
Shortly, bioleaching is a method of separation of metals from ores using living organisms; for the beginning read the text from the link below.
How does bioleaching work?
Bioleaching uses bacterial microorganisms to extract precious metals, such as gold, from ore in which it is embedded. Bioleaching works because of how special microorganisms act on mineral deposits. They are a catalyst to speed up natural processes inside ore.
What are the methods of extracting copper called?
The newest method is bioleaching.
Why is bioleaching and phytomining important?
They are cheaper alternatives to processes such as electrolysis and are better for the environment
Why would an increase in bioleaching not happen?
If large new deposits of high-grade ore are discovered.
What are the advantages of using bioleaching to extract copper?
It is environmentally friendly, provides jobs and is very economical.
What are the bad points of bioleaching?
It is very slow, toxic chemicals can be produced in the process and it is not always feasible.
How do you extract copper from a low grade ore?
Through bioleaching, thermal decomposition, displacement, phytomining & electrolysis.
