The article "Microwave Treatment of Minerals and Ores: Heating Behaviors, Applications, and Future Directions" by Jin Chen, Xinpei Li, Lei Gao, Shenghui Guo, and Fei He provides a comprehensive review of the application of microwave technology in mineral metallurgy. The authors highlight the transformative potential of microwave technology in addressing the challenges of resource depletion and environmental impact in the mineral processing industry. Key aspects covered include the principles of microwave heating, such as rapid and uniform heating, selective heating, and energy efficiency. The review also discusses various applications of microwave treatment, including ore pre-treatment, drying, mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, smelting, and reduction. These applications demonstrate significant improvements in process efficiency, energy consumption, and environmental impact. Future research directions focus on enhancing equipment design, process optimization, integration with conventional methods, and technological innovations. The article emphasizes the role of microwave technology in promoting innovation and sustainability in mineral metallurgy, making it a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and decision-makers in the field.The article "Microwave Treatment of Minerals and Ores: Heating Behaviors, Applications, and Future Directions" by Jin Chen, Xinpei Li, Lei Gao, Shenghui Guo, and Fei He provides a comprehensive review of the application of microwave technology in mineral metallurgy. The authors highlight the transformative potential of microwave technology in addressing the challenges of resource depletion and environmental impact in the mineral processing industry. Key aspects covered include the principles of microwave heating, such as rapid and uniform heating, selective heating, and energy efficiency. The review also discusses various applications of microwave treatment, including ore pre-treatment, drying, mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, smelting, and reduction. These applications demonstrate significant improvements in process efficiency, energy consumption, and environmental impact. Future research directions focus on enhancing equipment design, process optimization, integration with conventional methods, and technological innovations. The article emphasizes the role of microwave technology in promoting innovation and sustainability in mineral metallurgy, making it a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and decision-makers in the field.