Selective Floatation of Inorganic Ions

Abstract
On the basis of both the literature data and the results of our own studies, some chemical and physicochemical aspects of selective flotation of inorganic ions was discussed. Classification of properties and events that determine the flotated ion separation, such as ionic charge, base-acid equilibria, complexation processes, solubility of ion-collector compounds, and ion affinity to surfactants have been described and exemplified.