Recovery of cesium from epithermal mineral deposits
US10738370B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 27, 2017 |
| Grant date | Aug 11, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 16, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P10/20
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Hydrometallurgical processes are provided for the recovery of metal values, including cesium, from epithermal mineral deposits, including pharmacosiderite-containing ores. Aspects of the process involve the preferential formation of a cesium alum, and preparation of cesium hydroxide from the cesium alum.
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