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The metal extracted by leaching with a cyanide is
ChemistrySolid StateKCETKCET 2017
Options:
  • A \( \mathrm{Al} \)
  • B \( \mathrm{Ag} \)
  • C \( \mathrm{Cu} \)
  • D Na
Solution:
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The correct answer is: \( \mathrm{Ag} \)
The metal extracted by leaching with a cyanide is Ag. Ores of silica and gold are leached and react with NaCN and air to
convert into \( \mathrm{AgCN} \) which on replacement by zinc give pure metal.

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