alleryWhich statement distinguishes calcination from melting?
AThe solid must freeze during heating
BThe ore is always dissolved first
CThe heated solid is not melted
DThe metal is vaporised completely
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. The heated solid is not melted
Calcination heats a solid to high temperature without melting it.
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