MLA-based characterization of fine iron sulfide particles and implications for critical metal recoveries

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Authors: Percy Escalante, Josep Oliva, Hernán Anticoi, Carlos Hoffmann Sampaio, Gladys Ochoa, José Luis Cortina
DOI: 10.1016/j.powtec.2026.122301
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Abstract

Mineral Liberation Analysis (MLA) was applied to characterize a massive iron sulfide ore (FeS₂) with the aim of assessing the recovery potential of critical metals, including copper, cobalt, zinc and manganese, in fine particles (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Minerals Flotation and Separation Techniques Mineral Processing and Grinding Metal Extraction and Bioleaching

Publication details

Journal / source
Powder Technology
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
474
Pages
122301–122301
Publication date
14 February 2026
Language
EN