Electric furnace method for production of phosphorous uses phosphate rock and _________________________?

Correct answer: D. Silica and coke

  • A. Phosphoric acid
  • B. Coke
  • C. Sulphuric acid
  • D. Silica and coke

Explanation

In the electric-furnace process, phosphate rock is heated with silica and coke. Silica combines with calcium as slag, while coke reduces phosphate to elemental phosphorus.

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