9 Questions
Which process involves the removal of metals from their ores?
Reduction
What is the main purpose of using a flux in metal extraction?
To decrease the melting point of the metal
Which type of furnace is commonly used for the extraction of iron from its ore?
Blast furnace
What is the primary compound found in bauxite during the purification process?
Aluminum oxide
Which chemical process is used to extract alumina from bauxite?
Bayer process
What is the byproduct of the extraction of alumina from bauxite using the Bayer process?
Red mud
During the extraction of metals, which stage involves the reduction of metal oxides using carbon or carbon monoxide?
Smelting
In the extraction of metals, what is the purpose of roasting in the initial stage of processing metal ores?
To convert metal sulfides to metal oxides
What is the purpose of using a flux in the extraction of metals?
To remove impurities and form a slag
Test your knowledge of metal extraction with this quiz. Explore processes, purposes of flux, and types of furnaces commonly used in metal extraction.
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