Then, flotation can occur if metal oxides and hydroxides are solubilized in the medium. However, excessive oxidation ... carbonates, cyanides, or sulfites, as discussed ... reaching a recovery close to 5% at pH = 9. CMC can depress pyrite, but at high doses (500 ppm), achieving a recovery of 20% at pH = 9. 200 ppm of CMC at pH 10 …