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This research aims to develop a composite material for effectively recovering precious metals from gold ore and wastewater.

April 15, 2026Open Access

Attapulgite-Polysulfide Composite for Highly Selective, Scalable Recovery of Precious Metals from Gold Ore Residues and Wastewater

SWShu-Juan WangNorthwest Normal University YMYongjun MaNorthwest Normal University XLXiaojun LiuCollaborative Innovation Center of Advanced Microstructures

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This research aims to develop a composite material for effectively recovering precious metals from gold ore and wastewater.
Developed an attapulgite-polysulfide composite material.
Tested recovery efficiency on samples of gold ore residues and wastewater.
Conducted scalability assessments to evaluate industrial application potential.
Achieved high selectivity for precious metals recovery.
Demonstrated a scalable method suitable for industrial applications.
Reported enhanced recovery rates compared to traditional methods.

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Precious metals play a crucial role in a multitude of sectors, owing to their superior physicochemical attributes, yet their limited natural abundance leads to supply shortages. Consequently, it is imperative...

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