In metallurgy the term “gangue” is used for :
- Contamination of undesired earthy materials.
- Contamination of metals, other than desired metal.
- Minerals which are naturally occurring in pure form
- Magnetic impurities in an ore.
The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
In metallurgy the term gangue is used for earthy or undesired materials in ore.
So, the correct option is (A): Contamination of undesired earthy materials.
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An electrochemical cell is a device that is used to create electrical energy through the chemical reactions which are involved in it. The electrical energy supplied to electrochemical cells is used to smooth the chemical reactions. In the electrochemical cell, the involved devices have the ability to convert the chemical energy to electrical energy or vice-versa.
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Cathode
- Denoted by a positive sign since electrons are consumed here
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Anode
- Denoted by a negative sign since electrons are liberated here
- An oxidation reaction occurs here
- Electrons move out of the anode
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Galvanic cells (also known as Voltaic cells)
- Chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy.
- The redox reactions are spontaneous in nature.
- The anode is negatively charged and the cathode is positively charged.
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Electrolytic cells
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