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scorification

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[skawr-uh-fi-key-shuhn, skohr-] / ˌskɔr ə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən, ˌskoʊr- /

noun

Metallurgy.
  1. an assaying process whereby gold or silver is separated from ore by fusion with lead.


Etymology

Origin of scorification

First recorded in 1745–55; scori(a) + -fication

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Various assays are described and directions given for crucible, scorification, and cupellation tests.

From De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 by Georgius Agricola

The first is conducted in one of two ways, known respectively as the crucible method and the scorification method.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 7 "Arundel, Thomas" to "Athens" by Various

The scorification assay is performed in a scorifier, which is a shallow open-mouthed dish about 2-1/2 inches across, with a very thick bottom to enable it to withstand the corrosive action of the slag.

From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Cornelius Beringer

In the scorification method one-tenth of an “A.T.” is the amount commonly taken.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 7 "Arundel, Thomas" to "Athens" by Various

The cupellation of large quantities of alloy or of alloys which contain tin, antimony, iron, or any substance which produces a scoria, or corrodes the cupel, must be preceded by a scorification.

From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Cornelius Beringer

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