In-situ solution mining
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-014508
The solution mining process includes: water pumping, injection of brine into underground mine workings, extraction of mineral-rich brine, evaporation of water in pond system, and final processing to create a salable product.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-014508 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| Subject | Biological substances |
| Abbreviation | In Situ Leach Mining |
| References | Bureau of Land Management Quick Facts on HB In-Situ Solution Mine Project EIS at http://www.nm.blm.gov/cfo/HBIS/docs/HBIS%20Project%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf |
Record as JSON
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