Ore Mining: Refining Metals with Electrochemistry

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The discussion centers on the electrochemical reduction of ores and the refinement processes of various metals. Participants express uncertainty about which metals among a specified group are refined through electrolysis. It is noted that only two out of five metals in the question are typically electro-refined. Speculation arises regarding nickel and copper as potential candidates for electro-refinement, with participants indicating a need for further research to confirm their guesses. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the methods used for metal refinement in the context of electrochemistry.
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I know the clue in the question is that the ore is reduced by electrochemistry. However, which one is the right one? I don't know how the different metals in the question are refined. Can someone explain this to me? thanks.
 

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Only two of those 5 (as far as I know) are electro-refined. Any guesses ?
 
Gokul43201 said:
Only two of those 5 (as far as I know) are electro-refined. Any guesses ?

I'll google it later. My guess is the nickel... but back to my studying... sigh...
 
Gokul43201 said:
Only two of those 5 (as far as I know) are electro-refined. Any guesses ?

I'll google it later. My guess is the copper... but back to my studying... sigh...
 

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