The Gold Hunter’s Handbook: Recovering Gold From Rocks and Electronics

Unlock the hidden value in nature and technology with this comprehensive guide to gold extraction. Whether you’re working with rocks, sand, or electronic waste, this book walks you through practical and easy-to-follow methods for recovering gold using simple tools and materials. Designed for beginners and small-scale enthusiasts, it avoids unnecessary complexity and focuses on real, proven techniques. From understanding basic chemistry to safely handling substances, each chapter is crafted to help you learn and apply the process with confidence. If you’re ready to explore the fascinating world of gold recovery, this book is your essential starting point.Table of contents:IntroductionIn Pursuit Of Gold: Why Recycling?Warnıngs And Safety PrecautıonsRequıred Materıals And ToolsIntroduction To Basic Chemicals (HCl, H₂SO₄, HNO₃, NaOH, SnCl₂, FeSO₄, I2 Etc.) Where To Find Chemicals?Simple Laboratory SetupGold In Electronic ComponentsHow To Identify Gold-Containing PartsCleaning And Preparing ComponentsRemoving Base MetalsProspecting For Gold In Natural RocksIdentifying Gold-Bearing StonesDistinguishing Gold From Pyritic Minerals: Fool’s Gold And Its Many FacesExtracting Gold From River Sands And RocksChemical Extraction Of Gold From Electronic Parts, Rocks, And SandsAqua RegiaHydrochloric Acid + Hydrogen Peroxide (HCl + H₂O₂)Recovering Gold From Acid SolutionsPrecipitating Gold With Iron(II) Sulfate (FeSO₄)Precipitating Gold With Stannous Chloride (SnCl₂)Precipitating Gold With Sodium Metabisulfite (SMB)Precipitating Gold With Hydrazine HydrateGold Precipitation By Cementation (Metal Replacement Reaction)Precipitating Gold From Alkaline Solutions (Ph > 10)Precipitating Gold With ElectrolysisDissolving Gold With Iodine And PrecipitatingExpress Gold Testing Methods For Rocks And Sands