Cu-Zn slags from Røros (Norway): a case study of rapid cooling and crystal nucleation

A study of Cu-Zn slags from Røros, Norway, reveals that temperature gradients and volatile content are the primary factors influencing crystallization processes in these materials. The slags, composed of olivine- and pyroxene-group minerals along with sulphides and glass, exhibit distinct structural differences due to rapid cooling. This research provides insights into the mineralogical composition and crystallization behavior of historical mining slag, contributing to our understanding of industrial heritage materials. Røros Mining Town is renowned for its unique wooden architecture and historical significance in copper mining.

Warchulski, R., & Szopa, K. (2014). Cu-Zn slags from Røros (Norway): a case study of rapid cooling and crystal nucleation. Contemporary Trends in Geoscience, 3(1), 69–76. https://doi.org/10.2478/ctg-2014-0024