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Which process of metallurgy of copper is represented by below equation? 2CuFeS2 + O2 → Cu2S + 2FeS + SO2 |
Concentration Reduction Roasting Purification |
Roasting |
Extraction of a metal from its oxides is easier, so we convert the copper iron sulphide first into copper sulphide and then convert it into copper oxide. -Roasting is always done in the presence of air supply. - Main function of roasting is removing volatile impurities and converting the ore into oxide. |