Extraction of copper from cuprous oxide [copper(1) oxide]|Refining |Summary

Reduction of copper (1) oxide with copper (1) sulphide.

Extraction of copper from copper pyrites is achieved by

Extraction of copper from copper pyrite (CuFeS_(2)) involves

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

(a) Write two equations to show the extraction of copper from its sulphide ore. (b) How will you refine copper? Draw a labelled diagram of the electrolytic cell used for the refining of copper.