Publication Name: Australasian Exploration Geoscience Conference 2019
Authors: Lionel C. Fonteneau*, Brigette Martini, Don Elsenheimer
Date Published: September 2019
Number of Pages: 5
Abstract:
Banded iron formations (BIFs) and granular iron formations (GIFs) are the two primary types of sediment hosted iron ore deposits and provide the primary source for iron, globally. Although both deposit types are comprised of bedded chemical sediments and chert layers, these deposits show notable differences in mineralogy and texture which can affect grade and processing behaviour.