Table 5.
Typical chemical elements (metals and heavy metals) present in gold mine tailings.
| Chemical Symbol | Chemical Element Name |
|---|---|
| Au | Gold |
| Ag | Silver |
| Hg | Mercury |
| Ca | Calcium |
| CN | Cyanides |
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