ore refining
[/ɔːr rɪˈfaɪnɪŋ/]
nounpl: ore refining processes
refinação de minério
1. The industrial process of extracting and purifying metals from raw ore through chemical, thermal, or mechanical methods
Ore refining is essential for producing high-quality metals used in manufacturing and construction.
A refinação de minério é essencial para produzir metais de alta qualidade usados na fabricação e construção.
2. The separation and concentration of valuable minerals from mined ore material
Modern ore refining techniques have significantly improved metal extraction efficiency.
As técnicas modernas de refinação de minério melhoraram significativamente a eficiência da extração de metais.
Ore refining is particularly significant in Brazil, which is one of the world's largest producers of iron ore and other minerals. The term is widely used in industrial, technical, and environmental discussions, especially in regions like Minas Gerais. In Portugal, the term maintains technical precision in industrial contexts.
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