The Overlooked Power of Dimensional Analysis – A Case Study in Flotation Reagents Development

Dimensional analysis is a fundamental, yet often underappreciated, method to explore the relationships between various physical quantities by examining their dimensions – such as length, mass, time, and temperature. At its core, dimensional analysis ensures that equations remain dimensionally consistent, meaning that the units on both sides of an equation must balance. While it is a basic scientific skill, dimensional analysis is a powerful tool that ensures precision in both scientific and engineering calculations, which can have real-world cost implications.