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Question: The reaction \(2 \mathrm { ZnS } + 3 \mathrm { O } _ { 2 } \rightarrow 2 \mathrm { ZnO } + 2 \mathr...

The reaction 2ZnS+3O22ZnO+2SO22 \mathrm { ZnS } + 3 \mathrm { O } _ { 2 } \rightarrow 2 \mathrm { ZnO } + 2 \mathrm { SO } _ { 2 } in the

metallurgical process of zinc is called.

A

Calcination

B

Cupellation

C

Smelting

D

Roasting

Answer

Roasting

Explanation

Solution

Roasting (Sulphide ore is heated in excess of air)