Explain the step for extraction of copper from its sulphide ore. Write the balanced equation involved in this process
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Roasting of sulphide ore:
2Cu2S(s)+3O2(s) →2Cu2O(s)+2SO2(g)
(b) Reduction of copper (I) oxide with copper (I) sulphide:
2Cu2O+Cu2S→6Cu(s)+SO2(g)
This reaction is known as auto -reduction.
(c)Reaction for electrolytic refining:
At anode : Cu2+(aq)+2e-→Cu(s)
At cathode : Cu(s) →Cu2+(aq)+2e-
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2Cu2S(s)+3O2(s) →2Cu2O(s)+2SO2(g)
(b) Reduction of copper (I) oxide with copper (I) sulphide:
2Cu2O+Cu2S→6Cu(s)+SO2(g)
This reaction is known as auto -reduction.
(c)Reaction for electrolytic refining:
At anode : Cu2+(aq)+2e-→Cu(s)
At cathode : Cu(s) →Cu2+(aq)+2e-
If you like answer mark as BRAINLIST.
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