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The bioleaching process comprises two mechanisms: direct action of the bacteria and indirect effect of low pH. In this work, the effect of bacteria and the effect of low pH on dissolution of the metals were compared. To study these two mechanisms, bioleaching and the chemical treatment were operated simultaneously at the same pH. Results showed that the effect of bacteria played the main role in dissolution...