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QJEEM22Ch8b10: JEE Main 2022 Chemistry - Class 12 JEEM22Ch8b10 Solution: The compound(s) that is (are) removed as slag during the…

The compound(s) that is (are) removed as slag during the extraction of copper is :

(A) CaO

(B) FeO

(C) Al2O3

(D) ZnO

(E) NiO

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Multiple Choice Options

  • A (C), (D) only
  • B (A), (B), (E) only
  • C (A), (B) only
  • D (B) only

Step-by-Step Verified Solution

The compound(s) that are removed as a slag during the extraction of copper is :

FeS⟶O2/SiO2FeSiO3 slag +SO2

∴\therefore Only iron oxide (FeO) formed slag during extraction of copper.

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