NTA Abhyas NEET2020ChemistryGeneral Principles and Processes of Isolation of MetalsPractice
Which one of the following ores is best concentrated by froth–floatation method?
Options
- ACassiterite
- BGalena
- CMalachite
- DMagnetite
Correct answer
B. Galena
Step-by-step solution
Froth–floatation is used to concentrate sulphide ores [Galena (PbS)].Cassiterite S n O 2 and Magnetite F e 3 O 4 are oxide ores and Malachite C u O H 2 . C u C O 3 is carbonate ore.