Cyanide Process

The cyanide process, also known as cyanide leaching, is a method used to extract gold from ore. In this process, cyanide solution is applied to crushed ore, allowing the gold to dissolve into the liquid. Once dissolved, the gold-rich solution is collected and treated to separate the gold from the cyanide. This method is popular due to its effectiveness but raises environmental concerns because cyanide is a toxic substance. Proper management and safety measures are crucial to minimize risks to both human health and the environment during this extraction process.