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Which of the following is used as a flux in the extraction of Copper?
ALimestone
BSilica
CCoke
DAlumina
✓ Correct Answer: B — Silica
Silica (SiO2) is used as an acidic flux to remove basic iron oxide impurities in copper metallurgy.
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