Question

Copper matte is a mixture of:

• A. Oxides of \(\text{Cu}\) and \(\text{Fe}\)
• B. Carbonates of \(\text{Cu}\) and \(\text{Fe}\)
• C. Sulphides of \(\text{Cu}\) and \(\text{Fe}\)
• D. Silicates of \(\text{Cu}\) and \(\text{Fe}\)

Hint:

Remember that copper matte is typically a mixture of copper and iron sulphides, which can be further processed to extract pure metals.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Copper matte is primarily composed of copper and iron sulphides. It is obtained during the process of smelting copper ores. The smelting process involves heating copper ores in the presence of a flux to separate impurities. The resultant mixture, known as matte, typically contains copper and iron in the form of their sulphides (\(\text{Cu}_2\text{S}\) and \(\text{FeS}\)).