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Copper is the most noble of the first row transition elements it occurs in small deposits in several countries. Ores of Copper include chalcanthite `(CuSO_4.5H_2O)`, atacamite `[Cu_2Cl(OH)_3]`, cuprite `(Cu_2O)`, copper glance `(Cu_2S)`, and malachite `[Cu_2(OH)_2CO_3]`. However, `80%` of the world copper production comes from the ore chalcopyrite `(CuFeS_2)`. Extraction of copper from chalcopyrite includes roasting, iron removal, and self-reduction. Q. Partial roasting of chalcopyrite producesA. `Cu_(2)O and FeO`B. `Cu_(2)S and FeO`C. `CuO and Fe_(2)O_(3)`D. `CuO and FeS`

Answer» Correct Answer - B
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