When limestone is heated, CO2 is given off. The metallurgical operation is :
A
smelting
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B
reduction
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C
calcination
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D
roasting
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Solution
The correct option is C calcination When limestone is heated, CO2 is given off. This metallurgical operation is known as calcination. In this process, ore is heated in the absence or limited amount of air. CO2 is produced along with metal oxide.