Valuable Metals-Recovery Processes, Current Trends, and Recycling Strategies
Peter Fröhlich1, Tom Lorenz1, Gunther Martin1
1Institut für Technische Chemie, TU Bergakademie Freiberg, Leipziger Strasse 29, 09599, Freiberg, Germany.
Abstract:
This Review provides an overview of valuable metals, the supply of which has been classified as critical for Europe. Starting with a description of the current state of the art, novel approaches for their recovery from primary resources are presented as well as recycling processes. The focus lies on developments since 2005. Chemistry strategies which are used in metal recovery are summarized on the basis of the individual types of deposit and mineral. In addition, the economic importance as well as utilization of the metals is outlined.
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