Introduction to the status and development of in-situ leaching mines in Kazakstan

Due to the advantages of low operating cost,short construction period and friendly environment,the proportion of uranium produced by in-situ leaching mines increased year by year.Some techniques and parameters of acid in-situ leaching mines are shown on the basis of introducing uranium deposits and uranium production in Kazakhstan.As the largest uranium producer,in-situ leaching mines are the main source.50 uranium deposits were discovered in 6provinces,the resources amenable to in-situ leaching occupies up 89% of the total world resources.18in-situ leaching mines gave 20900 tU in 2012.