In the extraction process of copper. the product obtained after carrying out the reactions (i) 2Cu2S + 3O2 2Cu2O + 2SO2 (ii) 2Cu,O + Cu2S 6Cu + SO2 is called (A) Copper matte (B) Blister copper (C) Co

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In the extraction process of copper. the product obtained after carrying out the reactions (i) 2Cu2S + 3O2 2Cu2O + 2SO2 (ii) 2Cu,O + Cu2S 6Cu + SO2 is called

(A) Copper matte
(B) Blister copper
(C) Copper scrap
(D) Reduced copper

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: B. During this process obtained copper has blistered appearance due to the evolution of SO2 so it is called as blister copper.

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