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QJEEM22Chbea5: JEE Main 2022 Chemistry - Class 12 JEEM22Chbea5 Solution: The role of depressants in 'Froth Flotation method' is to

The role of depressants in 'Froth Flotation method' is to

Multiple Choice Options

  • A selectively prevent one component of the ore from coming to the froth.
  • B reduce the consumption of oil for froth formation.
  • C stabilize the froth.
  • D enhance non-wettability of the mineral particles.

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Depressant prevent one component from coming to the froth.

For eg., in Galena ore, the depressant (NaCN) prevents impurity (ZnS) from coming to the froth.

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