Biogeochemical assessment of the impact of Zn mining activity in the area of the Jebal Trozza mine, Central Tunisia
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DOI: 10.1007/s10653-020-00595-2
Abstract: Soil pollution associated with potentially toxic elements (PTEs) from mining residues is a significant problem worldwide. The decommissioned Jebal Trozza mine, located in central Tunisia, may pose a serious problem because of the possible high… read more here.
Keywords: mining; trozza mine; jebal trozza; central tunisia ... See more keywords
Simultaneous immobilization of borate, arsenate, and silicate from geothermal water derived from mining activity by co-precipitation with hydroxyapatite.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2018.05.074
Abstract: The treatment of the geothermal water discharged through mining activity is a critical issue because the rate of discharge is 12,000 m3 per day and the discharge contains high concentrations of borate (>20 mg/L) and arsenate (ca.… read more here.
Keywords: borate arsenate; precipitation; geothermal water; borate ... See more keywords
Mining activity in Brazil and negligence in action
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DOI: 10.1016/j.pecon.2020.05.003
Abstract: Abstract The number of disasters involving tailings storage facilities has increased in Brazil. Only in the last six years, there have been six disasters involving this type of structure. Despite the vast socio-environmental impacts, little… read more here.
Keywords: mining; negligence; mining activity; activity brazil ... See more keywords
Exploring the broader health and well-being outcomes of mining communities in low- and middle-income countries: A systematic review
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DOI: 10.1080/17441692.2016.1240821
Abstract: ABSTRACT Health and well-being outcomes in communities living in proximity to mining activity may be influenced by a broad spectrum of factors including population growth, economic instability or land degradation. This review aims to synthesise… read more here.
Keywords: health well; well outcomes; review; health ... See more keywords