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Mineralogy and bioaccessibility of contaminants in wastes from mining and processing of Cu-Ni ores from Selebi-Phikwe (Botswana)
Hladíková, Karolína ; Ettler, Vojtěch (advisor) ; Kříbek, Bohdan (referee)
Mining, processing, and metallurgy of Cu-Ni ore in Selebi-Phikwe, Botswana, resulted in a large amount of solid waste material in the form of overburden, slag dumps, tailings, and smelter emissions. Fine particles could spread by wind and contaminate nearby soils or pose a risk for human health by inhalation or unintentional ingestion. Samples of granulated slag, flotation tailings, and contaminated soil were subjected to a multi-method mineralogical and geochemical analysis (ICP-MS, XRD analysis, EPMA, SEM, Raman spectrometry) to identify the distribution and binding of inorganic contaminants. Especially, the fine dust fractions <48 μm and < 10 μm, which could potentially pose a risk through ingestion or inhalation, were studied. Trace elements analysis indicated that slag is enriched in Cr (up to 499 mg/kg), Co (up to 857 mg/kg), Cu (up to 9600 mg/kg), Ni (up to 7000 mg/kg) and Zn (up to 690 mg/kg). Flotation tailings contain relatively high concentrations of Ni (up to 3000 mg/kg) and contaminated soil is especially enriched in As (up to 53,8 mg/kg), Cd (up to 28 mg/kg), Cu (up to 3810 mg/kg), Ni (up to 2790 mg/kg) and Pb (up to 181 mg/kg). The finer dust fraction <10 μm is generally more metal(loid)-rich than the <48 μm fraction. The main contaminant hosting phases in all the studied samples are...
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Mineralogy of particulates from semi-arid soils polluted by mining and smelting and their transformation/re-mobilization during bushfires
Tuhý, Marek ; Ettler, Vojtěch (advisor) ; Kříbek, Bohdan (referee)
This thesis is focused on biomass-containing topsoils from a highly contaminated semi-arid area in the vicinity of mining and smelting operations in Tsumeb and Kombat in the northern Namibia. The highest concentrations of inorganic contaminants were found in samples from Tsumeb and attained the following values (mg/kg): As 1920, Cd 81, Cu 5840, Hg 7,66, Pb 4880, Sb 266, Zn 3310. X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and electron microprobe analysis (EPMA) have been used for determination of mineralogical composition of particulates adhering to surfaces of biomass and occurring in the heavy mineral fraction of topsoils. Quantitative partitioning of contaminants within individual mineral phases has been determined using autoSEM; contaminants were mainly bound in the slag glass (As: 16.7 %; Cu: 12.7 %; Pb: 26.2 %; Zn: 33.9 % of total concentration) and in metal(loid)-rich Fe-hydroxides (As: 14.4 %; Cu: 7.7 %; Pb: 21.6 %; Zn: 32.5 %). On biomass- rich topsoil samples, we have experimentally proved that bushfires can be responsible for transformation and re-mobilization of contaminants. Mercury is completely released at temperatures around 300 řC. In the same temperature range, also As anad Sb are released due to arsenolite (As2O3) thermal degradation. Cadmium is released...
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Geochemistry and mineralogy of Cu-Co smelting slags from Luanshya, Zambian Copperbelt
Natherová, Vendula ; Ettler, Vojtěch (advisor) ; Kříbek, Bohdan (referee)
This diploma thesis focuses on bulk chemical and mineralogical compositions of modern slags from Cu metallurgy at the Luanshya site in the Zambian Copperbelt. The aim of this thesis was to describe the formation of these slags, distribution of trace elements and their leachability. Slag samples were characterized using a combination of analytical methods (optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction analysis, quantitative microanalysis, electron microprobe analysis and leaching test designed to assess the environmental risk . Slags are mainly composed of silicates (clinopyroxene and fayalite) and silicate glass. Less common are melilite, leucite and monticellite. Grains of quartz were occasionally found in the slag matrix and correspond to a non-melted gangue. Copper is bound in sulfides or forms small inclusions trapped within in the silicate matrix. The crystallization process was probably relatively fast as revealed by skeletal crystals of olivine and the presence of glass. Copper concentrations in slags range from 1321-95 300 mg/ kg, Co concentrations in slags range from 247-5990 mg/kg. The EN 12457-2 leaching test demonstrated that harmful elements are not substantially released into the environment.
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Data Acquisition from the Deep Horizons of the Rožná Mine - Final Report (Technical report SÚRAO č. 464/2020)
Bukovská, Z. ; Švagera, O. ; Chabr, T. ; Leichmann, J. ; Sosna, K. ; Souček, Kamil ; Vavro, Martin ; Zuna, M. ; Navrátil, P. ; Bohdálek, P. ; Bošková, M. ; Dobeš, P. ; Filipský, D. ; Franěk, J. ; Galeková, E. ; Georgiovská, Lucie ; Hanák, J. ; Havlová, V. ; Hlisnikovský, K. ; Holéczy, D. ; Jankovský, F. ; Jaroš, M. ; Jelínek, J. ; Knésl, I. ; Koucká, L. ; Kryl, J. ; Kříbek, B. ; Kubeš, M. ; Kubina, Lukáš ; Kučera, R. ; Kukutsch, Radovan ; Laufek, F. ; Mixa, P. ; Mozola, J. ; Násir, M. M. ; Palát, J. ; Patočka, M. ; Pořádek, P. ; Rosendorf, T. ; Soejono, I. ; Staš, Lubomír ; Vavro, Leona ; Veselovský, F. ; Vorel, J. ; Waclawik, Petr ; Wertich, V. ; Zajícová, Vendula ; Zelinková, T.
Final Report of the Project „Data Acquisition from the Deep Horizons of the Rožná Mine“ presents the results of the study of rock mass properties with respect to the presence of a significant tectonic zone. The study focused on the change of properties in the vicinity of the so-called first zone of the Rožná deposit, but also on the change of these properties with a depth of 12–24. floor of the former mine, 550-1200 m below the surface. Realized works included geological, petrographic, geochemical description of the rock environment, geophysical work (esp. seismics), study of physico-mechanical properties of rocks, transport experiments and deposit revalidation of the Rožná deposit. All work was carried out for the purpose of describing the studied zone and its manifestation with an emphasis on ensuring the safety of the potential location of the deep geological repository.
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Acquisition of deep data from horizonts of Rožná mine - Technical report for 2019
Bukovská, Z. ; Bohdálek, P. ; Buda, J. ; Dobeš, P. ; Filipský, D. ; Franěk, J. ; Havlová, V. ; Holéczy, D. ; Chabr, T. ; Jelínek, J. ; Jelínek, J. ; Knésl, I. ; Kryl, J. ; Kříbek, B. ; Laufek, F. ; Leichmann, J. ; Navrátil, P. ; Pořádek, P. ; Soejono, I. ; Sosna, K. ; Souček, Kamil ; Švagera, O. ; Vavro, Leona ; Vavro, Martin ; Veselovský, F. ; Waclawik, Petr ; Zuna, M.
This report summarizes work that has been done during the second phase of the third and fourth\nwork package of the tender Acquisition of deep data from horizons of Rožná mine. It contains\ndescription of analytical work performed in laboratory and in situ, documentation in the mine and\n3D modelling.
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Obtaining data from the deep horizons of the Rožná Mine
Bukovská, Z. ; Bohdálek, P. ; Buda, J. ; Dobeš, P. ; Filipský, D. ; Franěk, J. ; Havlová, V. ; Chabr, T. ; Knés, I. ; Kryl, J. ; Kříbek, B. ; Laufek, F. ; Leichmann, J. ; Navrátil, P. ; Pořádek, P. ; Rosendorf, T. ; Soejono, I. ; Sosna, K. ; Souček, Kamil ; Šustková, E. ; Švagera, O. ; Vavro, Leona ; Vavro, Martin ; Veselovský, F. ; Waclawik, Petr ; Zuna, M.
This report summarizes the work and partial results made under the Public Procurement Obtaining Data from the deep horizons of the Rožná Mine in the first phase of the third and fourth subdivisions from February to November 2018. These are in particular technical works (boreholes, access to corridors),seismic measurements, sampling for laboratory analysis (physical-mechanical properties of rocks, breakage fills, bearing revalidation), structural characterization of the rockanalytical work on all samples taken. Parallel to these works3D models are being prepared, especially data preparation for modeling.
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Obtaining data from the deep horizons of the Rožná mine - realization project of work
Švagera, O. ; Bukovská, Z. ; Souček, Kamil ; Vavro, Martin ; Waclawik, Petr ; Sosna, K. ; Havlová, V. ; Zuna, M. ; Jankovský, F. ; Filipský, D. ; Chabr, T. ; Navrátil, P. ; Mixa, P. ; Soejono, I. ; Laufek, F. ; Kříbek, B. ; Leichmann, J. ; Zeman, J.
Realization project summarizes the planned work, its progress and continuity within the environment of Rožná I mine in the extent of the procurement „Získání dat z hlubokých horizontů dolu Rožná“ which is being compiled by Hluboké hluboké horizonty Rožná group. The final goal is to clarify the significance and spatial influence of major tectonic fault on surrounding rock mass. The results will help to clarify localization and safety issues of the potential deep underground repository, especially with respect to the Kraví hora locality.
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Fate of smelter dusts in temperate and semi-arid soils
Ettler, V. ; Jarošíková, A. ; Mihaljevič, M. ; Kříbek, B. ; Veselovský, F. ; Penížek, V. ; Vaněk, A. ; Šráček, O. ; Matoušek, Tomáš ; Mapani, B. ; Kamona, F. ; Nyambe, I.
Our results indicate that, compared to semi-arid areas (where inorganic contaminants are rather immobile in soils despite their high concentrations), a higher potential risk exists in smelter-affected humid areas, where metal(loid) contaminants can be easily released by extensive weathering of particulates in the soil systems.
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Mineralogy of particulates from semi-arid soils polluted by mining and smelting and their transformation/re-mobilization during bushfires
Tuhý, Marek ; Ettler, Vojtěch (advisor) ; Kříbek, Bohdan (referee)
This thesis is focused on biomass-containing topsoils from a highly contaminated semi-arid area in the vicinity of mining and smelting operations in Tsumeb and Kombat in the northern Namibia. The highest concentrations of inorganic contaminants were found in samples from Tsumeb and attained the following values (mg/kg): As 1920, Cd 81, Cu 5840, Hg 7,66, Pb 4880, Sb 266, Zn 3310. X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and electron microprobe analysis (EPMA) have been used for determination of mineralogical composition of particulates adhering to surfaces of biomass and occurring in the heavy mineral fraction of topsoils. Quantitative partitioning of contaminants within individual mineral phases has been determined using autoSEM; contaminants were mainly bound in the slag glass (As: 16.7 %; Cu: 12.7 %; Pb: 26.2 %; Zn: 33.9 % of total concentration) and in metal(loid)-rich Fe-hydroxides (As: 14.4 %; Cu: 7.7 %; Pb: 21.6 %; Zn: 32.5 %). On biomass- rich topsoil samples, we have experimentally proved that bushfires can be responsible for transformation and re-mobilization of contaminants. Mercury is completely released at temperatures around 300 řC. In the same temperature range, also As anad Sb are released due to arsenolite (As2O3) thermal degradation. Cadmium is released...
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Contamination of floodplain of the Ploucnice by heavy metals: relation to its architecture
Hošek, Michal ; Goliáš, Viktor (advisor) ; Kříbek, Bohdan (referee)
Summary: This thesis is focused on mapping of contaminants released into the environment probably due to uranium mining. These chemical contaminants are used to reconstruct the sedimentary processes. The aim of the thesis was both the geochemical assessment of the situation in the catchment area of the Ploucnice River in Boreček using the flood sediments from the research points as sedimentary archives pollution for last decades. With depth profiles, gamma wire log, XRF and enrichment factors (LEF), we have tried to perform chemostratigraphic correlation of the sediments. As target elements U, Ba, Zn and Ni were chosen, whose concentrations are related to the grain size of the sediment. Furthermore, the theory of secondary pollution is developed.
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