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When copper pyrites is roasted, the flux...

When copper pyrites is roasted, the flux added to form slag is

A

`SiO_2`, which is an acidic flux

B

Limestone, which is a basic flux

C

`SiO_2`, which is a basic flux

D

`CaO`, which is a basic flux

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A
`FeO + SiO_2 to FeSiO_3`
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