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Explain the process of obtaining blister copper from copper matte with equation

Explain the process of obtaining blister copper from copper matte with equation 
 

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Arun
25750 Points
5 years ago
The air is blown through the molten matte. Blast of air converts Cu2S partly into Cu2O which reacts with remaining Cu2S to give molten copper. The copper so obtained is called "Blister copper" because, as it solidifies, SO2 hidden in it escapes out producing blister on its surface.

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