extraction metallurgy

Extraction metallurgy is the scientific process of obtaining metals from natural mineral sources. It involves steps like crushing and grinding the ore, separating valuable materials through chemical or physical methods, and refining the metal to improve purity. Techniques such as roasting, smelting, and electrolysis are used depending on the mineral type. The goal is to efficiently recover metals like iron, copper, or gold to make them suitable for industrial use. This field combines chemistry, physics, and engineering to transform raw ores into useful metal products.