Researchers develop microwave-driven, energy-efficient process for magnesium production
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MAY 18, 2017
Mtons in 2012; the Chinese produce their magnesium in batch using the Pidgeon process. The hot reaction zone is either gas-fired, coal-fired, or electrically heated in a furnace; the condensing section is water-cooled. (US The cost of producing Chinese-Pidgeon magnesium is $2.50/kg. kWh/kg and has emissions of 6.9
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