Question:

In the extraction of copper, the copper matte is a mixture of

Updated On: Jun 8, 2024
  • copper (II) sulphide and iron (II) sulphide
  • copper (II) sulphide and iron (III) sulphide
  • copper (I) sulphide and iron (II) sulphide
  • copper (I) sulphide and iron (III) sulphide
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Solution and Explanation

In the extraction of copper, 'matte' is formed which is a mixture of $Cu _{2} S$,
ie, copper (I) sulphide and $FeS$, ie, iron (II) sulphide.
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