Question
Chemistry Question on Concentration of ores
The process of extraction of metal from its ores, is known as -
A
concentration
B
calcination
C
purification
D
metallurgy
Answer
metallurgy
Explanation
Solution
The process of extracting metals from their ores is called as metalurgy. The process employed in the extraction of the ore depends on the nature of the ore and the impurities present in it. The following are the basic steps for a metallurgical operation; Crushing and grinding of the ore. Concentration of the ore Working of the ore Purification or refining of the metal