The purpose of Smelting an ore is to________?
Correct answer: A. Reduce it
- A. Reduce it
- B. Oxidize it
- C. Obtain an alloy
- D. Separate volatile impurities
Explanation
Smelting uses heat and a reducing agent to convert a concentrated metal oxide into the free metal, so its main purpose is reduction. The likely mistake is choosing oxidation, which may occur during roasting before smelting but is not the principal purpose of smelting itself.
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