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Extraction of silver is done mainly from argentite (Ag2S) ore. What is the above process of extraction of silver using dilute sodium cyanide known as? - Chemistry (Theory)

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Extraction of silver is done mainly from argentite (Ag2S) ore.

What is the above process of extraction of silver using dilute sodium cyanide known as?

Options

  • Deacon’s process

  • Pattinson’s process

  • Mac-Arthur Forest cyanide process

  • Parke’s process

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Solution

Mac-Arthur Forest cyanide process

Explanation:

Silver is extracted from argentite (Ag₂S) by treating it with dilute NaCN solution, forming a soluble complex. This method is called the Mac-Arthur Forest cyanide process, widely used for extracting silver and gold from their ores.

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