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Question
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
MCQ
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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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Chapter 6: General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements - QUESTIONS FROM ISC EXAMINATION PAPERS [Page 364]
