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A substance which reacts with gangue to form fusible material is called ______. - Chemistry (Theory)

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A substance which reacts with gangue to form fusible material is called ______.

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  • flux

  • catalyst

  • ore

  • slag

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Solution

A substance which reacts with gangue to form fusible material is called flux.

Explanation:

A flux is a substance added during the smelting process that reacts with gangue (impurities) to form a fusible material called slag. This slag is lighter and floats on the molten metal, allowing easy separation of impurities from the metal. 

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Chapter 6: General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements - OBJECTIVE (MULTIPLE CHOICE) TYPE QUESTIONS [Page 358]

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Nootan Chemistry Part 1 and 2 [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 6 General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements
OBJECTIVE (MULTIPLE CHOICE) TYPE QUESTIONS | Q 6. | Page 358
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