Copper is the most noble among the first row transition metals and occurs in small deposits in several countries. Ores of copper include chalcopyrite `(CuFeS_(2))`, cuprite `(Cu_(2)O)`, copper glance `(Cu_(2)S)` and malachite `[CyCO_(3).Cu(OH)_(2)]`. However 80% of the world copper production comes from the ore chalcopyrite `(CuFeS_(2))`. the extraction of copper from chalcopyrite involves partial roasting , removal of ironand self-reduction.
Partial roasting of chalcopyrite produces
A. `Cu_(2)S` and FeO
B. `Cu_(2)` and FeO
C. CuS and `Fe_(2)O_(3)`
D. `Cu_(2)O " and " F_(2)O`

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Correct Answer - A
`2CuFeS_(2)+4O_(2) overset("heat") to Cu_(2)S+2FeO+3SO_(2)`

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