_______________ is used as a flux in the smelting of copper ore like chalcopyrite ?

Correct answer: C. Silica/quartz

  • A. Coke breeze
  • B. Lime powder
  • C. Silica/quartz
  • D. Dolomite

Explanation

Silica or quartz acts as an acidic flux in copper smelting by combining with iron oxide impurities to form a fusible iron silicate slag. Lime is more commonly used to flux acidic impurities in other smelting systems.

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