Enrichment of low-grade phosphorites by the selective leaching method

Autor: Raiymbekov Yerkebulan, Abdurazova Perizat, Nazarbek Ulzhalgas
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2023
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Zdroj: Green Processing and Synthesis, Vol 12, Iss 1, Pp p. 120-8 (2023)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2191-9550
DOI: 10.1515/gps-2022-8150
Popis: The selective leaching method presents a new and innovative approach for the enrichment of low-grade phosphate raw materials. The use of acetic acid as a reagent in the leaching process allows for the selective dissolution of carbonates, potassium-, and aluminum-containing compounds, offering a promising solution for the improvement of the recovery rates of valuable phosphorus compounds. This study presents the results of research on the selective leaching of carbonates from low-grade phosphate raw materials and evaluation of its efficiency using a combination of SEM, energy-dispersion and chemical analysis, X-ray diffraction, differential thermal, IR-Fourier spectroscopic, and mineralogical analysis techniques. The results showed an increase in the content of phosphorus(v) oxide from 14% to 22% through the selective leaching process. The enriched phosphate raw materials were also found to be suitable for the production of phosphorus-containing products. This research highlights the potential of the selective leaching method to overcome the challenges faced in the enrichment of low-grade phosphorites and provide a more efficient and sustainable solution for the industry.
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