Isolation of Elements

2025 Q1 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

The purification method based on the following physical transformation is :

$\underset{(X)}{\text { Solid }} \xrightarrow[]{\text { Heat }} \underset{(X)}{\text { Vapour }} \xrightarrow{\text { Cool }} \underset{(X)}{\text { Solid }}$
A.

Extraction

B.

Crystallization

C.

Distillation

D.

Sublimation

2023 Q2 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026
Which one of the following is not an example of calcination?
A.
$\mathrm{CaCO}_{3} \cdot \mathrm{MgCO}_{3} \stackrel{\Delta}{\longrightarrow} \mathrm{CaO}+\mathrm{MgO}+2 \mathrm{CO}_{2}$
B.
$2 \mathrm{PbS}+3 \mathrm{O}_{2} \stackrel{\Delta}{\longrightarrow} 2 \mathrm{PbO}+2 \mathrm{SO}_{2}$
C.
$\mathrm{CaCO}_{3} \stackrel{\Delta}{\longrightarrow} \mathrm{CaO}+\mathrm{CO}_{2}$
D.
$\mathrm{Fe}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3} \cdot \mathrm{xH}_{2} \mathrm{O} \stackrel{\Delta}{\longrightarrow} \mathrm{Fe}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3}+\mathrm{xH}_{2} \mathrm{O}$
2023 Q3 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Given below are two statements related to Ellingham diagram:

Statement I : Ellingham diagrams can be constructed for formation of oxides, sulfides and halides of metals.

Statement II : It consists of plots of $\Delta_{\mathrm{f}} \mathrm{H}^{0}$ vs $\mathrm{T}$ for formation of oxides of elements.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

A.
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
B.
Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
C.
Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
D.
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
2023 Q4 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Which one of the following is most likely a mismatch ?

A.
Titanium - van Arkel Method
B.
Zinc - Liquation
C.
Nickel - Mond process
D.
Copper - Electrolysis
2023 Q5 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A : In the Ellingham diagram, a sharp change in slope of the line is observed for $\mathrm{Mg} \rightarrow \mathrm{MgO}$ at $\sim 1120^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$

Reason R: There is a large change of entropy associated with the change of state

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

A.
Both $\mathbf{A}$ and $\mathbf{R}$ are true and $\mathbf{R}$ is the correct explanation of $\mathbf{A}$
B.
$\mathbf{A}$ is false but $\mathbf{R}$ is true
C.
Both $\mathbf{A}$ and $\mathbf{R}$ are true but $\mathbf{R}$ is NOT the correct explanation of $\mathbf{A}$
D.
$\mathbf{A}$ is true but $\mathbf{R}$ is false
2023 Q6 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Given below are two statements :

Statement I : In the metallurgy process, sulphide ore is converted to oxide before reduction.

Statement II : Oxide ores in general are easier to reduce.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

A.
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
B.
Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
C.
Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
D.
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
2023 Q7 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

In the extraction process of copper, the product obtained after carrying out the reactions

(i) $2 \mathrm{Cu}_{2} \mathrm{~S}+3 \mathrm{O}_{2} \rightarrow 2 \mathrm{Cu}_{2} \mathrm{O}+2 \mathrm{SO}_{2}$

(ii) $2 \mathrm{Cu}_{2} \mathrm{O}+\mathrm{Cu}_{2} \mathrm{~S} \rightarrow 6 \mathrm{Cu}+\mathrm{SO}_{2}$ is called

A.
Copper matte
B.
Blister copper
C.
Reduced copper
D.
Copper scrap
2023 Q8 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Gibbs energy vs T plot for the formation of oxides is given below.

JEE Main 2023 (Online) 10th April Evening Shift Chemistry - Isolation of Elements Question 6 English

For the given diagram, the correct statement is -

A.
At $600^{\circ} \mathrm{C}, \mathrm{C}$ can reduce $\mathrm{FeO}$
B.
At $600{ }^{\circ} \mathrm{C}, \mathrm{C}$ can reduce $\mathrm{ZnO}$
C.
At $600^{\circ} \mathrm{C}, \mathrm{CO}$ can reduce $\mathrm{ZnO}$
D.
At $600{ }^{\circ} \mathrm{C}, \mathrm{CO}$ cannot reduce $\mathrm{FeO}$
2023 Q9 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Which of the following is used as a stabilizer during the concentration of sulphide ores?

A.
Cresols
B.
Xanthates
C.
Fatty acids
D.
Pine oils
2023 Q10 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

In Hall - Heroult process, the following is used for reducing $\mathrm{Al}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3}$ :-

A.
Magnesium
B.
$\mathrm{CaF}_{2}$
C.
Graphite
D.
$\mathrm{Na}_{3} \mathrm{AlF}_{6}$
2023 Q11 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Which of the following metals can be extracted through alkali leaching technique?

A.
$\mathrm{Sn}$
B.
Cu
C.
$\mathrm{Au}$
D.
$\mathrm{Pb}$
2023 Q12 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

The setting time of Cement is increased by adding :

A.
Gypsum
B.
Limestone
C.
Clay
D.
Silica
2023 Q13 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A: In an Ellingham diagram, the oxidation of carbon to carbon monoxide shows a negative slope with respect to temperature.

Reason R: CO tends to get decomposed at higher temperature.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

A.
A is correct but R is not correct
B.
Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
C.
A is not correct but R is correct
D.
Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
2023 Q14 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026
Which one of the following statements is incorrect?
A.
Cast iron is obtained by melting pig iron with scrap iron and coke using hot air blast.
B.
The malleable iron is prepared from cast iron by oxidising impurities in a reverberatory furnace.
C.
van Arkel method is used to purify tungsten.
D.
Boron and Indium can be purified by zone refining method.
2023 Q15 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

The methods NOT involved in concentration of ore are

A. Liquation

B. Leaching

C. Electrolysis

D. Hydraulic washing

E. Froth floatation

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A.
A and C only
B.
C, D and E only
C.
B, D and C only
D.
B, D and E only
2023 Q16 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026
Given below are two statements:

Statement I: During Electrolytic refining, the pure metal is made to act as anode and its impure metallic form is used as cathode.

Statement II: During the Hall-Heroult electrolysis process, purified $\mathrm{Al}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3}$ is mixed with $\mathrm{Na}_{3} \mathrm{AlF}_{6}$ to lower the melting point of the mixture.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
A.
Statement $\mathrm{I}$ is correct but Statement II is incorrect
B.
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
C.
Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
D.
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
2023 Q17 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

In the extraction of copper, its sulphide ore is heated in a reverberatory furnace after mixing with silica to:

A.
remove $\mathrm{FeO}$ as $\mathrm{FeSiO}_{3}$
B.
remove calcium as $\mathrm{CaSiO}_{3}$
C.
decrease the temperature needed for roasting of $\mathrm{Cu}_{2} \mathrm{~S}$
D.
separate $\mathrm{CuO}$ as $\mathrm{CuSiO}_{3}$
2023 Q18 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

The major component of which of the following ore is sulphide based mineral?

A.
Sphalerite
B.
Siderite
C.
Malachite
D.
Calamine
2023 Q19 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

The reaction representing the Mond process for metal refining is _________.

A.
$\mathrm{ZnO+C\buildrel \Delta \over \longrightarrow Zn+CO}$
B.
$\mathrm{2K[Au(CN)_2]+Zn\buildrel \Delta \over \longrightarrow K_2[Zn(CN)_4]+2Au}$
C.
$\mathrm{Zr+2I_2 \buildrel \Delta \over \longrightarrow ZrI_4}$
D.
$\mathrm{Ni+4CO\buildrel \Delta \over \longrightarrow Ni(CO)_4}$
2023 Q20 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Given below are two statements :

Statement I : In froth floatation method of rotating paddle agitates the mixture to drive air out of it.

Statement II : Iron pyrites and generally avoided for extraction of iron due to environmental reasons.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A.
Statement I is true but Statement II is false
B.
Statement I is false but Statement II is true
C.
Both Statement I and Statement II are true
D.
Both Statement I and Statement II are false
2023 Q21 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Which one of the following reactions does not occur during extraction of copper?

A.
$\mathrm{2FeS + 3{O_2} \to 2FeO + 2S{O_2}}$
B.
$\mathrm{FeO + Si{O_2} \to FeSi{O_3}}$
C.
$\mathrm{CaO + Si{O_2} \to CaSi{O_3}}$
D.
$\mathrm{2C{u_2}s + 3{O_2} \to 2C{u_2}O + 2S{O_2}}$
2023 Q22 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

The metal which is extracted by oxidation and subsequent reduction from its ore is :

A.
Al
B.
Cu
C.
Ag
D.
Fe
2023 Q23 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Match List I with List II

List-I
List-II
A. Reverberatory furnace I. Pig Iron
B. Electrolytic cell II. Aluminium
C. Blast furnace III. Silicon
D. Zone Refining furnace IV. Copper

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A.
A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
B.
A-IV, B-II, C-I, D-III
C.
A-I, B-IV, C-II, D-III
D.
A-I, B-III, C-II, D-IV
2023 Q24 JEE Advanced MSQ
14 Mar 2026
The correct statement(s) related to processes involved in the extraction of metals is(are) :
A.
Roasting of Malachite produces Cuprite.
B.
Calcination of Calamine produces Zincite.
C.
Copper pyrites is heated with silica in a reverberatory furnace to remove iron.
D.
Impure silver is treated with aqueous $\mathrm{KCN}$ in the presence of oxygen followed by reduction with zinc metal.
2022 Q25 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

In metallurgy the term "gangue" is used for :

A.
Contamination of undesired earthy materials.
B.
Contamination of metals, other than desired metal.
C.
Minerals which are naturally occurring in pure form
D.
Magnetic impurities in an ore.
2022 Q26 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Which of the reaction is suitable for concentrating ore by leaching process ?

A.
$ 2 \mathrm{Cu}_{2} \mathrm{~S}+3 \mathrm{O}_{2} \rightarrow 2 \mathrm{Cu}_{2} \mathrm{O}+2 \mathrm{SO}_{2} $
B.
$\mathrm{Fe}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{4}+\mathrm{CO} \rightarrow 3 \mathrm{FeO}+\mathrm{CO}_{2}$
C.
$\mathrm{Al}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3}+2 \mathrm{NaOH}+3 \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{O} \rightarrow 2 \mathrm{Na}\left[\mathrm{Al}(\mathrm{OH})_{4}\right]$
D.
$\mathrm{Al}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3}+6 \mathrm{Mg} \rightarrow 6 \mathrm{MgO}+4 \mathrm{Al}$
2022 Q27 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Which of the following methods are not used to refine any metal?

A. Liquation

B. Calcination

C. Electrolysis

D. Leaching

E. Distillation

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A.
B and D only
B.
A, B, D and E only
C.
B, D and E only
D.
A, C and E only
2022 Q28 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

The metal that is not extracted from its sulfide ore is :

A.
Aluminium
B.
Iron
C.
Lead
D.
Zinc
2022 Q29 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Refining using liquation method is the most suitable for metals with :

A.
Low melting point
B.
High boiling point
C.
High electrical conductivity
D.
Less tendency to be soluble in melts than impurities
2022 Q30 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Given below are two statements.

Statement I : Pig iron is obtained by heating cast iron with scrap iron.

Statement II : Pig iron has a relatively lower carbon content than that of cast iron.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

A.
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
B.
Both Statement I and Statement II are not correct.
C.
Statement I is correct but Statement II is not correct.
D.
Statement I is not correct but Statement II is correct.
2022 Q31 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

The compound(s) that is (are) removed as slag during the extraction of copper is :

(A) CaO

(B) FeO

(C) Al2O3

(D) ZnO

(E) NiO

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A.
(C), (D) only
B.
(A), (B), (E) only
C.
(A), (B) only
D.
(B) only
2022 Q32 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Match List I with List II.

List-I
Ore
List-II
Composition
(A) Siderite (I) FeCO$_3$
(B) Malachite (II) CuCO$_3$ . Cu(OH)$_2$
(C) Sphalerite (III) ZnS
(D) Calamine (IV) ZnCO$_3$

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A.
A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
B.
A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
C.
A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II
D.
A-I, B-II, C-IV, D-III
2022 Q33 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

In isolation of which one of the following metals from their ores, the use of cyanide salt is not commonly involved?

A.
Zinc
B.
Gold
C.
Silver
D.
Copper
2022 Q34 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

In the metallurgical extraction of copper, following reaction is used :

FeO + SiO2 $\to$ FeSiO3

FeO and FeSiO3 respectively are.

A.
gangue and flux.
B.
flux and slag.
C.
slag and flux.
D.
gangue and slag.
2022 Q35 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Given are two statements one is labelled as Assertion A and other is labelled as Reason R.

Assertion A : Magnesium can reduce Al2O3 at a temperature below 1350$^\circ$C, while above 1350$^\circ$C, while above 1350$^\circ$C aluminium can reduce MgO.

Reason R : The melting and boiling points of magnesium are lower than those of aluminium.

n light of the above statements, choose most appropriate answer from the options given below :

A.
Both A and R are correct, and R is correct explanation of A.
B.
Both A and R are correct, but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
C.
A is correct R is not correct.
D.
A is not correct, R is correct.
2022 Q36 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Statement I : Leaching of gold with cyanide ion in absence of air / O2 leads to cyano complex of Au(III).

Statement II : Zinc is oxidized during the displacement reaction carried out for gold extraction.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

A.
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
B.
Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
C.
Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
D.
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.
2022 Q37 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Match List-I with List-II

List - I List - II
(A) Concentration of gold ore (I) Aniline
(B) Leaching of alumina (II) NaOH
(C) Froth stabiliser (III) SO$_2$
(D) Blister copper (IV) NaCN

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

A.
(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)
B.
(A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (I), (D) - (III)
C.
(A) - (III), (B) - (II), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)
D.
(A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (III), (D) - (I)
2022 Q38 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Which of the following is structure of a separating funnel?

A.
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 27th June Morning Shift Chemistry - Isolation of Elements Question 40 English Option 1
B.
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 27th June Morning Shift Chemistry - Isolation of Elements Question 40 English Option 2
C.
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 27th June Morning Shift Chemistry - Isolation of Elements Question 40 English Option 3
D.
JEE Main 2022 (Online) 27th June Morning Shift Chemistry - Isolation of Elements Question 40 English Option 4
2022 Q39 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

The role of depressants in 'Froth Flotation method' is to

A.
selectively prevent one component of the ore from coming to the froth.
B.
reduce the consumption of oil for froth formation.
C.
stabilize the froth.
D.
enhance non-wettability of the mineral particles.
2022 Q40 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Given below are two statements :

Statement I : According to Ellingham diagram, any metal oxide with higher $\Delta$G$^\circ$ is more stable than the one with lower $\Delta$G$^\circ$.

Statement II : The metal involved in the formation of oxide placed lower in the Ellingham diagram can reduce the oxide of a metal placed higher in the diagram.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

A.
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
B.
Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
C.
Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
D.
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.
2022 Q41 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Given below are two statements.

Statement I : During electrolytic refining, blister copper deposits precious metals.

Statement II : In the process of obtaining pure copper by electrolysis method, copper blister is used to make the anode.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct from the options given below.

A.
Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
B.
Both Statement I and Statement II are false.
C.
Statement I is true but Statement II is false.
D.
Statement I is false but Statement II is true.
2022 Q42 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Leaching of gold with dilute aqueous solution of NaCN in presence of oxygen gives complex [A], which on reaction with zinc forms the elemental gold and another complex [B]. [A] and [B], respectively are :

A.
${[Au{(CN)_4}]^ - }$ and ${[Zn{(CN)_2}{(OH)_2}]^{2 - }}$
B.
${[Au{(CN)_2}]^ - }$ and ${[Zn{(OH)_4}]^{2 - }}$
C.
${[Au{(CN)_2}]^{ - }}$ and ${[Zn{(CN)_4}]^{2 - }}$
D.
${[Au{(CN)_4}]^{2 - }}$ and ${[Zn{(CN)_6}]^{4 - }}$
2022 Q43 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Which of the following chemical reactions represents Hall-Heroult Process?

A.
Cr2O3 + 2Al $\to$ Al2O3 + 2Cr
B.
2Al2O3 + 3C $\to$ 4Al + 3CO2
C.
FeO + CO $\to$ Fe + CO2
D.
2[Au(CN)2]$_{(aq)}^ - $ + Zn(s) $\to$ 2Au(s) + [Zn(CN4)]2$-$
2022 Q44 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026

Match List - I with List - II :

List - I List -II
(A) Sphalerite (I) FeCO$_3$
(B) Calamine (II) PbS
(C) Galena (III) ZnCO$_3$
(D) Siderite (IV) ZnS

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

A.
(A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)
B.
(A)-(IV), (B)-(I), (C)-(II), (D)-(III)
C.
(A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(I), (D)-(IV)
D.
(A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)
2022 Q45 JEE Mains Numerical
14 Mar 2026

Among the following ores Bauxite, Siderite, Cuprite, Calamine, Haematite, Kaolinite, Malachite, Magnetite, Sphalerite, Limonite, Cryolite, the number of principal ores if iron is _____________.

2022 Q46 JEE Mains Numerical
14 Mar 2026

(a) Baryte, (b) Galena, (c) Zinc blende and (d) Copper pyrites. How many of these minerals are sulphide based?

2022 Q47 JEE Advanced MSQ
14 Mar 2026
The correct option(s) related to the extraction of iron from its ore in the blast furnace operating in the temperature range $900-1500 \mathrm{~K}$ is(are)
A.
Limestone is used to remove silicate impurity.
B.
Pig iron obtained from blast furnace contains about $4 \%$ carbon.
C.
Coke (C) converts $\mathrm{CO}_{2}$ to $\mathrm{CO}$.
D.
Exhaust gases consist of $\mathrm{NO}_{2}$ and $\mathrm{CO}$.
2022 Q48 JEE Advanced MSQ
14 Mar 2026
The electrochemical extraction of aluminum from bauxite ore involves
A.
the reaction of $\mathrm{Al}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3}$ with coke $(\mathrm{C})$ at a temperature $>2500^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$.
B.
the neutralization of aluminate solution by passing $\mathrm{CO}_{2}$ gas to precipitate hydrated alumina $\left(\mathrm{Al}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3} \cdot 3 \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{O}\right)$.
C.
the dissolution of $\mathrm{Al}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3}$ in hot aqueous $\mathrm{NaOH}$.
D.
the electrolysis of $\mathrm{Al}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3}$ mixed with $\mathrm{Na}_{3} \mathrm{AlF}_{6}$ to give $\mathrm{Al}$ and $\mathrm{CO}_{2}$.
2021 Q49 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026
Calamine and Malachite, respectively, are the ores of :
A.
Nickel and Aluminium
B.
Zinc and Copper
C.
Copper and Iron
D.
Aluminium and Zinc
2021 Q50 JEE Mains MCQ
14 Mar 2026
Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).

Assertion (A) : Aluminium is extracted from bauxite by the electrolysis of molten mixture of Al2O3 with cryolite.

Reason (R) : The oxidation state of Al in cryolite is +3.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
A.
(A) is true but (R) is false.
B.
(A) is false but (R) is true.
C.
Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
D.
Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)