Lime and limestone: chemistry and technology, production and uses

Abstract

PRODUCTION OF LIMESTONE. Formation, Classification and Occurrence of Limestone. Physical and Chemical Properties of Limestone. Prospecting and Quarrying. Processing and Dispatch of Limestone. Sampling and Testing of Limestone. USES AND SPECIFICATIONS OF LIMESTONE. Overview and Economic Aspects of the Limestone Market. Construction and Building. Use of Limestone in Cement Production. The Use of Limestone in Agriculture. Use of Limestone in Refining Metals. Others Uses of Limestone. PRODUCTION OF QUICKLIME. Physical and Chemical Properties OF Quicklime. Raw Materials for Lime Burning (Limestone, Fuel and Refractories). Calcination of Limestone. Production of Quicklime. Processing Storage and Transport of Quicklime. Sampling and Testing of Quicklime. PRODUCTION OF SLAKED LIME. Physical and Chemical Properties of Slaked Lime. Production of Hydrated Lime. Handling and Storage of Hydrated Lime. Production of Milk of Lime and Lime Putty. Handling and Storage of Milk of Lime and Lime Putty. Sampling and Testing of Slaked Lime. USES AND SPECIFICATIONS OF LIME PRODUCTS. Overview and Economic Aspects of the Lime Market. Construction and Building. The Use of Lime in Iron and Steelmaking. Water and Sewage Treatment. Gaseous Effluents. Agriculture, Food and Food By-products. Use of Quick and Slaked Lime in the Production of Chemicals. Other Uses of Quick and Slaked Lime. SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT. Control of the Environmental Effects of Lime and Limestone Production. Toxicology and Occupational Health. Annexes. Index.