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Question
Give an example of flux, writing the relevant equation.
Very Short Answer
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Solution
A basic impurity FeO reacts with acidic flux SiO2 to give slag FeSiO3, \[\ce{FeO + SiO2 -> FeSiO3}\].
The slag floats on the molten metal and is removed, leaving purer metal.
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