alleryWhat products form when a sulfide ore is roasted in air?
AOxide and sulfur dioxide
BMetal plus hydrogen
CHydroxide and oxygen
DCarbonate and nitrogen
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Oxide and sulfur dioxide
Roasting converts sulfides to oxides and releases sulfur dioxide.
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