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How is pure copper obtained from its principle ore ? Write the chemical reactions occurring during the extraction.

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To obtain pure copper from its principal ore, which is primarily copper pyrite (CuFeS₂), a series of chemical reactions are involved. The extraction process can be broken down into several key steps: ### Step 1: Concentration of Ore The first step in the extraction of copper is the concentration of the ore. Copper pyrite is crushed and then concentrated by froth flotation, where the ore is separated from the gangue (unwanted materials). ### Step 2: Roasting of Concentrated Ore The concentrated ore is then roasted in the presence of oxygen. The chemical reaction that occurs during this step is: \[ ...
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