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The final step for the extraction of copper from copper pyrite in Bessemer converter involves the reaction

A

`4Cu_(2)O + FeS rarr 8Cu + FeSO_4`

B

`Cu_2S + 2Cu_2O rarr 6Cu + SO_2`

C

`2Cu_2 + FeS rarr 4Cu = Fe + SO_2`

D

`Cu_2S + 2FeO rarr 2Cu + 2Fe + SO_2`

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B
In Bessemer converter copper sulphide is partially oxidised to cuprous oxide which further reacts with remaining copper sulphide to form copper and sulphur dioxide. `Cu_2S + 2Cu_2O rarr 6Cu + SO_2`.
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