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Earth Science & Energy

Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Maximum Neutralization Potential Sizer

Calculate acid mine drainage (amd) maximum neutralization potential using the stated engineering or scientific relationship and adjustable field inputs.

Earth Science & Energy

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What this calculator does

Calculates Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Maximum Neutralization Potential Sizer using the formula verified against the cited source.

What your result means

An estimate from the inputs you enter, within the scope stated below — not advice.

Formula

NNP = NP − 31.25 × sulfur%; NPR = NP/AP

The step-by-step working for your own numbers appears with the result above and in the PDF report.

Frequently asked questions

Symbols and assumptions

Inputs
The values entered in the fields above
  • • Acid potential AP=31.25×sulfur wt% in kg CaCO3 equivalent/t; NNP=NP−AP; NPR=NP/AP when AP>0. NP and AP must use the same mass-equivalent basis.

Sources and review

Reviewed 2026-10-18 · Next review 2027-04-18

  • • Static acid-base accounting is a screening test, not an acid-drainage rate prediction. Sulfur speciation, NP test method and material heterogeneity matter. NPR is undefined at zero AP; do not return infinity as a safe classification.

Important limitation

This is an educational estimate based only on the values and formula shown. Verify current rates, rules, units, and professional standards before relying on the result. It is not personalized financial or investment advice.

Quick reference

Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Maximum Neutralization Potential Sizer: results for common inputs, worked out with the formula on this page.
ScenarioNeutralization potential (kg CaCO₃/t)Sulfur (%)Net neutralization potential
Worked example601.513.125 kg CaCO₃/t
Half the amounts300.756.5625 kg CaCO₃/t
Double the amounts120326.25 kg CaCO₃/t

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Reviewed 2026-10-18 · Next review 2027-04-18

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