Geochemical Controls and Environmental Impacts of Acid Mine Drainage

This comprehensive reference text examines all aspects of acid mine drainage. From material characterisation, the geochemistry leading to the evolution of acid mine drainage, its potential environmental impacts under a wide range of geologic and climatic conditions, to strategies and state of the art developments in controlling and managing AMD. This book is an indispensable resource for students and researchers in minerals engineering and environmental geochemistry, and a practical reference for seasoned industry professionals interested in the management of acid mine drainage.

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Chris Magombedze is a Metallurgical Engineer with extensive experience in minerals engineering and environmental management of acid mine drainage. He has worked for several organisations including the University of Zimbabwe, Norwegian University of Science & Technology, Reunion Mining, BHP Billiton, Amdel Minerals and Barrick Gold Corp.