Mineralogy and Geochemistry of Pb, Zn and Ag Mine Tailings Originating From Carbonate-Rich Deposits

Mining for silver, lead, zinc, and copper in Zimapan, Hidalgo State, Mexico has been ongoing since 1576. Unsecured tailings heaps and associated acid mine drainage have presented problems related to soil quality, water quality, and dust emission control in the Zimapan area. Objectives of the study o...

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Main Author: McClure, Roberta 1981-
Other Authors: Herbert, Bruce
Format: Others
Published: 2013
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/148409