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Method for restoring molybdenum to base line level in leached formation

US4378131A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 31, 1980
Grant dateMar 29, 1983
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Expiry dateDec 31, 2000

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B43/28
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method is disclosed for restoring to environmentally acceptable levels the soluble molybdenum values in a subterranean formation which has been subjected to in situ oxidative leaching by passing through the leached formation an aqueous restoration fluid containing ferrous ion.

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