Question
How an ore is concentrated by froth floatation process?

Answer

Concentrated of an ore by froth floatation process : This process depends on preferential wettability of the ore and the gangue particles. Crushed ore is taken in
a large tank containing water and certain oils. The ore particles get wetted by the oil and the gangue particles get wetted by water. The mixture is then agitated with
the help of compressed air. The ore particles that get wetted with the oil form a froth on the top, and can be scooped out. This method is used for the concentration
of sulphide ores.

Figure : Froth floatation process

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