Which of the following statements is correct about the role of substances added in the froth floatation process?
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a
Collectors enhance the non-wettability of the mineral particles
b
Collectors enhance the wettability of gangue particles
c
By using depressants in the process two sulphide ores can be separated
d
Froth stabilisers decrease wettability of gangue
answer is A.
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Froth floatation process is used to extract metal from sulphide ore. This method utilises collectors and depressants whose functions are as follows (i) Collectors enhance the non - wettability of the mineral particles.(ii) By using depressants in the process two sulphide ores can be separated, e.g. sodium cyanide is used as a depressant to separate lead sulphide ore from zinc sulphide ore.