Which of the following steps correctly depicts the self-reduction of Cu2S to Cu?
A
Roasting
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B
Smelting
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C
Bessemeriztion
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D
Poling
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Solution
The correct option is B Bessemeriztion In the extraction of copper, the self-reduction reaction of Copper taking place in a Bessemer converter is as follows:
2Cu2S+3O2→2Cu2O+2SO2
Cu2S+2Cu2O→6Cu+SO2 (self reduction) Option C is correct.