Offers a full account of hydrometallurgy. Filled with illustrations and tables, this work covers the flow of source material from the mined or concentrate state to the finished product. It also highlights ion exchange, carbon adsorption and solvent extraction processes for solution purification and concentration.
Focusing on rare earth elements, the book delves into their natural occurrence, properties, and processing from ores to usable materials. It provides insights into their characteristics and various applications. The second edition introduces a new chapter dedicated to the recycling of these elements from items like magnets, batteries, and phosphors, addressing both manufacturing waste and materials from end-of-life devices. Additionally, it has been updated to reflect significant advancements in the field over the past decade.