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Which substance is used as a frother to stabilise foam in flotation?
ASoda ash
BStarch
CLime
DPine oil
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Pine oil
Pine oil and certain alcohols make the froth stable enough to carry the loaded particles.
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