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Which of the following methods is used to extract copper from low-grade ores?

Option: 1

Smelting


Option: 2

Electro-refining


Option: 3

Magnetic separation


Option: 4

Heap leaching


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Heap leaching is used for extracting copper from low-grade ores. The crushed ore is stacked in heaps and then irrigated with a leaching solution that percolates through the ore, dissolving the copper content. The leachate is collected and processed to obtain copper.

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