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    Heap-Leach Extraction Involves Piling Crushed Ore into Large Piles and Spraying
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Heap-Leach Extraction Involves Piling Crushed Ore into Large Piles and Spraying

Question 16

Question 16

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Heap-leach extraction involves piling crushed ore into large piles and spraying it with ________________.


A) an alkaline-cyanide solution
B) concentrated salt water
C) high-pressure steam
D) giant sandblasters
E) none of these are correct.

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