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How is copper extracted from low grade copper ores?

Copper is extracted by hydrometallurgy from low grade copper ores. Cu is treated with scrap iron or H2. It is leached out with acid.


Cu2+(aq) + H2(g) → Cu(s) + 2H+(aq)


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