Question
Question: Which of the following statements is correct about the role of collectors added during froth floatat...
Which of the following statements is correct about the role of collectors added during froth floatation process?
A
Collectors enhance the non wettability of ore particles
B
Collectors enhance the wettability of gangue particles
C
Collectors help in separating two sulphide ores present in the mixture
D
Collectors help ore particles to settle down below the froth.
Answer
Collectors enhance the non wettability of ore particles
Explanation
Solution
Collectors like pine oil, xanthates, etc enhance non-wettability of the mineral particles