On the Action of Xanthate in Flotation
C.H.G. Bushell Head, Mineral Treatment Research, Technical Research Centre, Research & Corporate Development, The Consolidated Mining & Smelting Co. at Canada Ltd., Trail, B.C.
Reaction between xanthate ions in solution and oxidized compounds present on the surface of galena to form lead xanthate is considered to be a side reaction not contributing to flotation, although accounting for some consumption of reagent. The direct reaction of lead sulphide with xanthate and oxygen to form lead xanthate is the most significant to flotation. Co-adsorption of dixanthogen is also involved.
Keywords:
adsorption, galena, Journal of Phys, Mobility of Xanthate, solubility product, Concentration, flotation, Lead, mineral, minerals, sulphide, Sulphides
