Corrosion in the Mining Industry

Corrosion in the mining industry may be characterized as corrosion enhanced by abrasion. It is also difficult for corrosion engineers to plan for corrosion because 

Aerobic and anaerobic microorganisms present in mine water also contribute to the extremely corrosive environments (25). Aerobic species produce sulfuric acid, making the environment very acidic. Aerobic microorganisms reduce sulfate and sulfides by using available hydrogen and producing hydrogen sulfide. 

While mining engineers are not involved in serious corrosion issues, literature on the subject lists several areas of major concern because of personnel safety and continuation production. The areas of major concern are the following  

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