In an ever-growing world that continues to develop, there is an increasing demand for resources to be discovered, processed, and manufactured. Industries mine for valuable resources such as gold, silver, and copper to produce the infrastructure and goods that have become a necessity. To obtain and increase the quality of resources mined, the sought-after elements […]
C53: Characterization of Mine Waste from Tonopah, Nevada: Potential Gold and Silver Recovery and Related Environmental Impacts
Tonopah is a small town in Nevada known for its mining activity and silver production in the early to mid-1900’s. Today, all the mines are closed, yet their impact on the town still remains evident in the form of large mine waste piles. This study is being carried out in an effort to characterize Tonopah’s […]