1.3 - Gangue (Matrix)
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Practice Questions
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What is the definition of gangue?
💡 Hint: Think about what materials might mix with valuable minerals.
Name one type of ore.
💡 Hint: Recall the different types we discussed.
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What is the primary definition of gangue?
💡 Hint: It’s what we try to remove to get to the good stuff!
True or False: All ores have the same gangue composition.
💡 Hint: Think about the variety of ores we've discussed.
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Describe the economic impact of gangue on the overall metal extraction process and provide potential solutions to mitigate these effects.
💡 Hint: Consider both the financial and practical approaches to enhance extraction efficiency.
Design a diagram or flowchart illustrating the process of concentration and removal of gangue from an ore, labeling each step.
💡 Hint: Outline the steps sequentially, considering how each method contributes to removing gangue.
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