Help Solve 90-10 Bronze Problem: Melting, Solidification, Separation

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Hello,

I have difficulties solving a simple problem and would need some help to solve it. Thx very much in advance for your help, very appreciated ! :)
Here is the problem:

A kilogram of a 90-10 bronze contains 900g copper (100g Sn). Suggest a procedure for obtaining from this bronze at least 100 g copper that will have an analysis of <2 percent tin. Use melting, partial solidification, and separation steps. (Assumes that the liquidus and solidus are straight lines.)

Bronze:

[PLAIN]http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/9738/562cusn.jpg
 
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