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Paper 6 structured question: Extraction of metals

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Extraction of metals

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Extraction of iron from hematite in a blast furnace.

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Results of Iron Extraction

A table showing the amount of iron produced at different temperatures.

Temperature (°C)Amount of Iron Produced (kg)
120050
140070
160090
1800110
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    Calculate the average amount of iron produced at temperatures above 1400°C.

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Method for Extracting Iron

Describe the method used to extract iron from hematite in a blast furnace, focusing on the variables involved.

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    Describe the variables that must be controlled during the extraction process.

    Aim for approximately 3 distinct marking points.

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