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Zinc is a metal found in the middle of the activity series of metals. In nature, it is found as a carbonate ore, `ZnCO_(3)`. Mention the steps carried out for its extraction from the ore. Support with equations.

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Calcination : Heating the ore strongly in limited amount of oxygen.
`ZnCO_(3) overset("Heat")rarr ZnO + CO_(2)`
Reduction : Converting ZnO to Zn with the help of carbon.
`ZnO + C rarr Zn + CO`
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