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Which substance is added to copper matte smelting to form a separate iron slag?
ABorax
BSilica
CCryolite
DSoda ash
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Silica
Silica combines with iron oxide to form a slag layer and lowers the slag's melting point.
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