Stepwise conversion of phosphate ore flotation tailings into high value-added products of calcium carbonate whiskers and nano-magnesium oxide

Key Points

• To examine the conversion of phosphate ore flotation tailings into valuable products, specifically calcium carbonate whiskers and nano-magnesium oxide.
• Utilization of phosphate ore flotation tailings
• Conversion process for producing calcium carbonate
• Synthesis of nano-magnesium oxide
• Analysis of product characteristics
• Successful production of calcium carbonate whiskers from phosphate ore flotation tailings
• Creation of nano-magnesium oxide with desirable properties
• Reduction of ecological impacts associated with phosphate mining