Matte smelting is used in the extraction of_____________________?

Correct answer: D. Copper

  • A. Lead
  • B. Zinc
  • C. Aluminium
  • D. Copper

Explanation

Matte smelting is a pyrometallurgical step used mainly to extract copper, producing a molten sulphide matte that is later converted to blister copper. Lead and zinc are generally recovered by different reduction or roasting routes.

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