Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Extraction of metals

Extraction of metals — practice question

What is the reason for adding limestone to the blast furnace?

  • AIt neutralises the molten slag produced.
  • BIt reacts with impurities to form slag.
  • CIt releases carbon dioxide which reduces the iron(III) oxide.
  • DIt removes acidic gases such as carbon dioxide.

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