Surface Chemistry and Reagents in Flotation
A special issue of Minerals (ISSN 2075-163X). This special issue belongs to the section "Mineral Processing and Extractive Metallurgy".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2024 | Viewed by 82
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In the intricate field of mineral processing, where science meets artistry in unlocking the riches hidden within ore bodies, froth flotation emerges as an exciting process. Controlled by sensitive interactions between molecular forces and tailored chemical formulations, surface chemistry orchestrates the delicate interplay between solid particles, air bubbles, and liquid chemistry, guiding them to harmonize in the flotation process towards optimal separation and purification.
Froth flotation is a fascinating application of surface chemistry and interfacial phenomena in which flotation reagents play a vital role in improving separation efficiency. Due to its technical versatility and cost-effectiveness, froth flotation is extensively used in the mining industry to meet the rapid growth in demand for minerals and metals. The flotation process depends heavily on surface chemistry, which can be controlled by various chemical reagents classified as collectors, depressants, frothers, promoters, modifiers, and pH regulators. Understanding how these chemicals and mineral surfaces interact is crucial for both enhancing flotation performance and mitigating the environmental impact posed by the chemical reagents. From fundamental research to practical applications, this Special Issue of Minerals offers an opportunity and a canvas for exploration and discovery to reveal the secrets of surfaces and the transformative power of reagents, promising not just efficiency but also sustainability in harnessing the Earth’s treasures.
Dr. Shiva Mohammadi-Jam
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- flotation
- surface chemistry
- hydrophobicity
- frother
- collector
- depressant
Planned Papers
The below list represents only planned manuscripts. Some of these manuscripts have not been received by the Editorial Office yet. Papers submitted to MDPI journals are subject to peer-review.
1. Kristian E. Waters Investigation of depressants in pyrochlore flotation
2. Ronghao Li A review of reagents applied to niobium mineral flotation
