Geological Sample Preparation Laboratory

Coordinador: Dr. Gustavo H. Coelho de Melo (gustavo.melo@ufop.edu.br)
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Types of services: Crushing, grinding, mineral separatiom, epoxy mounting

 

The Geological Sample Preparation Laboratory encompass a set of technicques. It primarily includes (i) crushing and grinding of rocks, (ii) mineral separation and (iii) epoxy mounting.

During crushing and grinding, rocks are sprayed at specific granulometry.

Mineral separation can include distinct stages in the laboratory.