| Abstract: | Arsenic-rich, gold-bearing pyrite concentrates may be further enriched in arsenic to assist subsequent Au beneficiation. Among several amines tested in refloating a local Chalkidiki pyrite concentrate, 2-coco 2-methyl ammonium chloride proved successful by raising the grade from 9% to 22%, although total solids recovery was low. The use of a froth-stabilizing frother was also benefecial to the process. Optimum hydrohynamic conditions were: intermediate pulp flowrate, low wash water and gas flowrate; the latter abated the mixing/dispersion process in the collection zone. |
