Microbial leaching

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-013282",
  "term": "Microbial leaching",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A biotechnological process that uses microorganisms to extract metals from ores or waste materials. The microbes catalyze oxidation or reduction reactions, converting insoluble metal compounds into soluble forms that can be recovered. This method is an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional chemical leaching for metals like copper and gold.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and the Environment",
  "see_also": [
    "micellar solubilization"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1992, 64, 143. 'Glossary for chemists of terms used in biotechnology (IUPAC Recommendations 1992)' on page 158 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199264010143)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/microbial-leaching/"
}