Question

What are the steps taken to extract a pure metal from an ore?

Answer 1

electrolysis,

refinery,

Answer 2

There are a number of ways of extracting mineral from the ore depending on the properties of ores.

Electrolysis is used in case of aluminum, where cathodes and anodes are needed and an electrolytic solution is required.

Metals like iron can be extracted by the process of reduction with carbon monoxide.