cyanidation

Cyanidation is a process used in the mining industry to extract gold from ore. It involves adding a dilute solution of sodium cyanide to crushed ore, which dissolves the gold particles into the liquid. This gold-rich solution is then separated from the remaining waste material and processed further to recover the pure metal. The cyanide binds specifically to gold, making it easier to extract. The process is efficient but requires careful handling of cyanide due to its toxicity, ensuring environmental and worker safety at all stages.