How Does Crystal Structure Control Flotation via Surface Bonds?
Mineral flotation is strongly influenced by crystal structure and the type of chemical bonds exposed on a mineral surface. When a mineral is crushed or ground, its crystal lattice is broken and new surfaces are created. These surfaces may expose ionic bonds, covalent bonds, metallic bonds, or weaker molecular forces, which determine how strongly water interacts
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