Question
Chemistry Question on Metallurgy
In the cyanide extraction process of silver from argentite ore, the oxidizing and reducing agents are respectively:
A
O2 and CO2
B
O2 and Zn dust
C
HNO3 and Zn dust
D
HNO3 and CO
Answer
O2 and Zn dust
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (B): O2 and Zn dust