Pattinson process

A form of Pattinson's process — A process of desilverizing argentiferous lead by repeated meltings and skimmings, which concentrate the silver in the molten bath, the final skimmings being nearly pure lead.

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proper nounthe Pattinson process
  1. alternativeAlternative form of Pattinson's process.
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