Glossary of Mining Terms

 

   
 
   

Agglomerate

 

Mainly rounded fragments of volcanic rock cemented together by a finer material.

 

 

 

 

Agglomeration

 

A process used to bind or cement crushed/ground rock particles together into

larger pieces like pellets, which are easier to handle and are frequently used in

heap-leaching operations.

 
   
   

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