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i think it's same as extracting other metals because it demands same types of chemicals and instruments.

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Aluminum is extracted from refined bauxite (alumina - Al2O3) through an electro-chemical process. It is extremely expensive to produce primary aluminum due to the large amounts of electricity required to break apart the aluminum molecules from the oxygen molecules and keep it from back reacting.

Recycling of aluminum is only about 5% of the cost of primary aluminum production in electrical energy.

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6mo ago

The cost to extract aluminum varies depending on factors such as the location of the extraction site, energy costs, and extraction method used. However, on average, it can cost around $2000 to $2500 per ton to extract aluminum.

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13y ago

The costs of extracting aluminum or any metal is 70% to 95% of the current market value. Aluminium is selling at about $1500/tonne, then the cost of extracting it can be around $1200/tonne.

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15y ago

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