Chemistry General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements ( Not In Syllabus ) General Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 14, 2026

An ore after levigation is found to have basic impurities. Which of the following can be used as flux during smelting ?

A
H 2 SO 4
B
CaCO 3
C
SiO 2
D
Both CaO and SiO 2 .

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C

Acidic flux is used. It is an acidic oxide (oxide of a non-metal) like SiO 2 , P 2 O 5 , B 2 O 3 (from borax). It is used to remove the basic impurity like CaO, FeO, MgO etc. The acidic flux combines with the basic impurity and forms a slag.

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