Scientific Investigations Report 2011–5211
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Driscoll, Rhonda, Hageman, P.L., Benzel, W.M., Diehl, S.F., Adams, D.T., Morman, Suzette, and Choate, L.M., 2012, Assessment of the geoavailability of trace elements from minerals in mine wastes: analytical techniques and assessment of selected copper minerals: U.S. Geological Survey Scientific Investigations Report 2011–5211, 68 p.
Abstract
Introduction
Sample Preparation
Mineralogical Analyses
Bulk, Leachate, and Acid-Base Accounting Geochemical Study of Four Copper-Bearing Minerals
Summary of Leaching Studies
Acid-Base Accounting (ABA) Study
Leachate pH as an Indicator of Acid-Base Potential
In Vitro Bioaccessibility Extractions
Procedure for Determination of Metal Toxicity Using MetPLATE™
Conclusions
Selected References