Mineral processing (froth flotation): Which oil is commonly used as a frothing agent/collector additive in the froth flotation process? Choose the correct option.
IIT JEE
Chemistry
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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APine oil
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BCastor oil
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COlive oil
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DCoconut oil
Answer
Correct Answer: Pine oil
Explanation
ConceptIn froth flotation, pine oil is widely used as a frother (and sometimes as part of collectors), helping stabilize froth so that hydrophobic mineral particles can be floated off.
Final AnswerPine oil