De-Watering of Iron Ore Fine Particles in Aqueous Medium

Abstract

Solid - liquid separations form an integral part of many mineral processing and hydrometallurgical operations. During the wet processing of iron ores, a considerable amount of fine particles, known as slimes, are generated which need to be recovered effectively through solid -liquid separation. This assumes even more importance in case of iron ores in view of the large tonnage treated in India or elsewhere in the world. Proper dewatering is essential.