ore processing
[/ɔːr ˈprɒsesɪŋ/]
nounpl: ore processing operations / processes
processamento de minério
1. The series of industrial operations and chemical/physical methods used to extract valuable minerals and metals from raw ore extracted from the earth
Modern ore processing requires advanced technology to maximize metal recovery and minimize environmental impact.
O processamento de minério moderno requer tecnologia avançada para maximizar a recuperação de metais e minimizar o impacto ambiental.
2. The industrial transformation of mined material through crushing, grinding, concentration, and separation techniques
The mining company invested heavily in ore processing equipment to increase production efficiency.
A empresa de mineração investiu pesadamente em equipamentos de processamento de minério para aumentar a eficiência da produção.
Ore processing is fundamental to Brazil's economy, particularly given the country's vast mineral resources, especially iron ore in Minas Gerais. The term is technical and widely used in industrial, environmental, and economic discussions in Brazil. It reflects the importance of mining to Brazilian infrastructure and exports.
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