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Which of the following is the term used for the fusible product formed when flux reacts with gangue during the extraction of metals?


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Flux

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Gangue

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C

Slag

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Ore

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Solution

The correct option is C

Slag


Flux is added to the ore to get rid of the matrix which results in the formation of a fusible compound called as slag. So, slag is the fusible product formed when flux reacts with gangue during the extraction of metals.


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