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In the extraction of copper from its sulphide ore, the metal is finally obtained by the reduction of cuprous oxide withA. Sulphur dioxide (`SO_2`)B. Iron sulphide (FeS)C. Carbon monoxide (CO)D. Copper(I) sulphide (`Cu_(2)S`).

Answer» Correct Answer - C
In the extraction of copper from its sulphide ore, when ore is subjected to roasting , some of it is oxidised to `Cu_(2)O` which reacts with the remaining `Cu_(2)S` (sulphide ore ) to give copper metal.
`Cu_(2)S` + `2Cu_(2)O` `rarr` 6Cu + `SO_2` uarr`
Here `Cu_(2)S` behave as reducing agent.


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