This course provides an overview of the chemistry of inorganic and organic compounds used in the practice of mining and mineral processing including hydro-and pyro- extractive methods. Chemistry and chemical interactions for selected reagent formulations used in blasting, flotation/flocculation, leaching/precipitation, solvent extraction/electrowinning and pollution control technologies are outlined with relevant stoichiometry. Steady state-state energy and materials balances are discussed. The first part of the laboratory part of the course includes principles of analytical chemistry while the second part is a review of instrumental techniques typical of analytical groups in most mining companies. Safety in handling of hazardous chemicals is emphasized with a review of selected Material Safety Data Sheets and industry standards. (0/12/0/36/0)
