Mineral Processing (Noun)
Meaning
Crushing and separating ore into valuable substances or waste by any of a variety of techniques.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The mining company has invested heavily in new mineral processing technology to improve its efficiency.
- Mineral processing involves two main categories of machines: mechanical equipment and flotation cells.
- Flotation is a commonly used mineral processing technique that relies on the hydrophobic properties of minerals.
- At this stage of the operation, mineral processing workers carefully monitor the machinery to prevent damage or malfunction.
- One of the benefits of partnering with a local mineral processing company was access to their advanced in-field milling technology.