Question:

Given below are two statements:
Statement I : In froth floatation method a rotating paddle agitates the mixture to drive air out of it.
Statement II : Iron pyrites are generally avoided for extraction of iron due to environmental reasons.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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  • Both Statement I and Statement II are false
  • Both Statement I and Statement II are true
  • Statement I is false but Statement II is true
  • Statement I is true but Statement II is false
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

The correct answer is (C) : Statement I is false but Statement II is true
In froth floatation method a rotating paddle draws in air and stirs the pulp.

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Concepts Used:

General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements

What are Ores and Minerals? 

Minerals are the naturally occurring, homogeneous inorganic solid substances. They are having a definite chemical composition and crystalline structure, hardness and color. For example, copper pyrite, calamine, etc.

Impurities in an ore are called gauge. The removal of a gauge from the ore is called concentration ore. 

Several steps are involved in the extraction of pure metal from ores. Major steps are as follows –

  • Concentration of the ore
  • Isolation of the metal from its concentrated ore
  • Purification of the metal