Which of the following statements is correct regarding the slag obtained during the extraction of a — AITS & Test Series Chemistry Question

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Which of the following statements is correct regarding the slag obtained during the extraction of a metal like copper or iron? (A) The slag is lighter and has higher melting point than the metal. (B) The slag is lighter and has lower melting point than the metal. (C) The slag is heavier and has higher melting point than the metal. (D) The slag is heavier and has lower melting point than the metal.