In the extraction of copper from its sulphide ore, the metal is finally obtained

In The Extraction Of Copper From Its Sulphide Ore The Chemistry Question

In the extraction of copper from its sulphide ore, the metal is finally obtained by the reduction of cuprous oxide with

Options

(a) carbon monoxide
(b) copper (I) sulphide
(c) sulphure dioxide
(d) iron (II) sulphide

Correct Answer:

copper (I) sulphide

Explanation:

2Cu₂S (s) +3O₂ (g) →2Cu₂O (s) +2SO₂(g)
The unchanged Cu₂S, mixed with Cu₂O and heated strongly in absence of air
2Cu₂S + 2Cu₂O →6Cu +SO₂.

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Topics: Surface Chemistry and Isolation of Elements (88)
Subject: Chemistry (2512)

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