Publisher's Synopsis
More Recent Cyanide Practice is a book written by H. Foster Bain and originally published in 1910. The book is a comprehensive guide to the cyanide process of gold extraction, which was a widely used method in the early 20th century. The book covers the history of the cyanide process, the chemistry involved in the process, and the practical aspects of implementing the process in a mining operation. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific topic related to the cyanide process. Some of the topics covered in the book include the preparation of ores for cyanidation, the methods of applying cyanide to the ore, the recovery of gold from the cyanide solution, and the treatment of the tailings. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the equipment and machinery used in the cyanide process, as well as the safety precautions that need to be taken when handling cyanide. The book is illustrated with numerous diagrams and photographs to help readers understand the process better. Overall, More Recent Cyanide Practice is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of gold mining and the cyanide process. The book provides a detailed and practical guide to the cyanide process and is an important historical document in the field of mining engineering.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library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.
