Book Title: Aqueous Pathways (DRAFT)
Subtitle: The Principles of Hydrometallurgy
Book Description: Aqueous Pathways: The Principles of Hydrometallurgy offers a comprehensive introduction to the principles and processes of hydrometallurgy. Starting with foundational chemistry, including a review of essential chemistry basics directly relevant to hydrometallurgy, this open-source textbook covers crucial topics such as mineral processing, leaching (Eh-pH diagrams), solid-liquid separation, purification, and electrowinning. Suitable for students and professionals alike, this resource is a helpful accessible guide to the field of hydrometallurgy.
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Book Description
“Aqueous Pathways: The Principles of Hydrometallurgy” is a comprehensive open-source textbook that delves into the core principles and processes of hydrometallurgy. Designed for both students and professionals, this book begins with fundamental chemistry concepts, including reaction balance, equilibrium, solubility, comprehensive element chemistry, and acid-base behaviours in aqueous systems. It also provides a thorough review of essential chemistry principles relevant to hydrometallurgy, complete with worked examples and detailed explanations.
From there, this book explores the crucial stages of hydrometallurgical processes. Readers will gain in-depth knowledge of mineral processing, the various techniques of leaching (with a detailed examination of Eh-pH diagrams), and the methods of solid-liquid separation. The book also covers advanced topics such as purification techniques and the intricacies of electrowinning.
As the first open-source textbook in the field of hydrometallurgy, “Aqueous Pathways: The Essentials of Hydrometallurgy” provides accessible, high-quality educational material, fostering a deeper understanding of this essential branch of materials engineering. Whether you are a student beginning your journey or a seasoned professional looking to refresh your knowledge, this textbook is a helpful resource for mastering the essentials of hydrometallurgy.
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Aqueous Pathways (DRAFT) Copyright © by Bé Wassink and Amir M. Dehkoda is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License, except where otherwise noted.
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Technology, Engineering, Agriculture, Industrial processes
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Aqueous Pathways (DRAFT) Copyright © by Bé Wassink and Amir M. Dehkoda is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License, except where otherwise noted.