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Introduction to PhotonAssay™ Video

March 2026 · 2 min Presented by Chrysos Corporation

The mining industry has long relied on slow, hazardous, and destructive methods to measure gold, silver, and copper. PhotonAssay™ changes that.

What you’ll learn

Why Fire Assay is no longer the only option
How PhotonAssay™ works at a glance – sealed jars, x-ray activation, and digital results in under 2 minutes
Key benefits: faster turnaround, no chemicals, non-destructive, and stronger ESG performance
How PhotonAssay™ fits across the mining value chain – from exploration to reconciliation
The two primary ways you can adopt PhotonAssay™ for your project or operation

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