Chemistry 12th Edition

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ISBN 10: 0078021510
ISBN 13: 978-0-07802-151-0

Chapter 22 - Nonmetallic Elements and Their Compounds - Questions & Problems - Page 992: 22.62

Answer

Extraction of sulphur by Frasch process: Sulphur is melted underground (with the help of super-heated steam) and pumped upto the surface of the earth. Pumping is done by passing hot compressed air that produces foam of molten sulphur, which rises upwards and is collected in wooden tubs. Sulphur is then converted into solid blocks.

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