Chemistryhard · Past Paper
Which of the following is used in refining copper to remove traces of oxygen?
AElectrolysis
BPoling
CSmelting
DLeaching
✓ Correct Answer: B — Poling
Poling involves stirring molten copper with green wood poles; the gases from the wood reduce copper oxide back to copper.
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