According to the linked table, it's monazite which is no longer processed with sulfuric, not bastnaesite. Nonetheless, it can be done.
I suspect the chloralkali regeneration is very helpful at Mt. Pass given the limited water resources. Very challenging acid-base environment that must have required new materials, new steels, etc. Damn shame that they went under.
The linked source also provides some information on apatite (AP) processing.
http://www.eurare.eu/docs/eres2014/seventhSession/SebastiaanPeelman.pdf
p.s. I should have included Sm in the list of magnet metals the Chinese are undoubtedly interested in from Mt. Pass.
- Forums
- ASX - By Stock
- Shenghe AR
LYC
lynas rare earths limited
Add to My Watchlist
2.12%
!
$14.79
According to the linked table, it's monazite which is no longer...
-
-
Top Stories
You’re viewing a single post only. To view the entire thread just sign in or Join Now (FREE)
Featured News
Add to My Watchlist
What is My Watchlist?
A personalised tool to help users track selected stocks. Delivering real-time notifications on price updates, announcements, and performance stats on each to help make informed investment decisions.
