Synthesis of geopolymers from alkaline activation of gold mining wastes
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This paper reports preliminary results related to the development of inorganic polymers (geopolymers) from alkali-activation of gold mining wastes. Mineralogical and physicochemical characterization of these gold mining wastes shows their significant potential as geopolymeric source precursors as a reasonable alternative to the development of alkali-activated friendly environmental binders. Geopolymerization process is a viable way to transform these residues in materials with high mechanical strength, high chemical inertness and high durability over time, giving add value to the by-products of the mining industry.
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