Copper Smelting (1885)

Copper Smelting is a book written by Henry Marion Howe in the year 1885. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the process of copper smelting, including its history, principles, and practical applications. It covers the various techniques and technologies used in copper smelting, as well as the chemistry and physics behind the process.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of copper smelting. The first chapter provides an introduction to the history and importance of copper, while the second chapter discusses the principles of copper smelting. The third chapter covers the chemical and physical properties of copper, while the fourth chapter discusses the various ores and minerals that contain copper.The fifth chapter covers the different types of furnaces used in copper smelting, while the sixth chapter discusses the various fuels and fluxes used in the process. The seventh chapter covers the process of roasting, which is an important step in copper smelting. The eighth chapter covers the process of matte smelting, while the ninth chapter discusses the process of converting matte into blister copper.The tenth chapter covers the refining of blister copper, while the eleventh chapter discusses the various by-products of copper smelting, such as sulfuric acid and arsenic. The final chapter provides an overview of the economics of copper smelting, including the costs and profits involved in the process.Overall, Copper Smelting is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the process of copper smelting, including engineers, metallurgists, and historians. It provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the subject, and is written in a clear and accessible style.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.