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The chemical composition of `"` slag `"` formed during the smelting process in the extraction of copper is `:`

A

`CuFeS_(2)`

B

`Cu_(2)O + FeS`

C

`Cu_(2) S + FeO`

D

`FeSiO_(3)`

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The correct Answer is:
D
In the extraction of copper, the impurities of iron oxide combine with silica (flux) and form insoluble slag
`FeO + SiO_(2) rarr underset("Slag")(FeSiO_(3))`
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