Date of Award
Spring 5-20-1958
Degree Type
Bachelors Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering
Department
Metallurgical Engineering
First Advisor
Doctor C.W. Haynes
Second Advisor
Professor R.I. Smith
Abstract
The object of this investigation is the application of "Amalgam Metallurgy" to the extraction of copper from its ores. "Amalgam Metallurgy" as defined by Hohn is the use of liquid mercury in the extraction of metals. The ore under study was from the Kelly Mine in Butte, Montana and contains about 1.0% copper of which about 0.1% is acid soluble.
Recommended Citation
Hansen, Barry J., "The Application of Amalgam Metallurgy to Copper" (1958). Bachelors Theses and Reports, 1928 - 1970. 494.
https://digitalcommons.mtech.edu/bach_theses/494