Western Mill And Smelter Methods Of Analysis (1908) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164231165)

Western Mill And Smelter Methods Of Analysis is a book written by Philip H. Argall in 1908 that provides a comprehensive guide to the methods used in the analysis of ores, metals, and minerals in western mills and smelters. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the analysis of ores, including sampling, assaying, and the use of chemical reagents. It also discusses the different methods used to extract metals from ores, such as amalgamation, cyanidation, and smelting.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the analysis process. The first chapter provides an overview of the different types of ores and minerals found in the western United States, while the second chapter discusses the various methods used to sample these materials. The third chapter covers the basics of assaying, including the use of fire assays, wet assays, and gravimetric methods.Subsequent chapters delve into the specific methods used in the extraction of various metals, including gold, silver, copper, lead, and zinc. The book also includes a chapter on the analysis of fuels used in smelting operations, as well as a chapter on the analysis of water used in mills and smelters.Overall, Western Mill And Smelter Methods Of Analysis is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the mining, milling, or smelting of ores and metals in the western United States. The book provides a wealth of information on the various methods used in the analysis of these materials, as well as practical advice on how to apply these methods in real-world situations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Philip H. Argall
ISBN-10: 1164231162
ISBN-13: 9781164231165
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 148
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.86lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d