Red Mud Flashcards
1
Q
What is Red mud ?
A
These are Bauxite tailings , a solid waste generated during Aluminium production
2
Q
What are the other names ?
A
Red sludge, Bauxite residue, Alumina refinery residue
3
Q
What are the concerns with Red mud ?
A
Bad environmental impact due to use of Caustic soda
4
Q
Is it acidic in nature ?
A
NOOO , highly basic (pH range - 10 to 13)
