In the Mond Process, Nickel Is Purified by

question 24

Multiple Choice

In the Mond process, nickel is purified by

• A) dissolving the crude ore in sulfuric acid, and precipitating the nickel(II) ion as the sulfate salt.
• B) dissolving the crude ore in a lye (NaOH) solution, and precipitating the nickel(II) ion as the hydroxide salt.
• C) heating the crude ore to its melting point and electrolytically reducing the nickel(II) ions to form the metal.
• D) passing sodium gas over the crude ore at high temperatures, chemically reducing the nickel(II) to nickel metal.
• E) passing carbon monoxide over the impure metal at high temperature, forming the volatile Ni(CO)₄ which is removed as a gas.

---

Definitions:

Maximize Profits

The aim of businesses to increase their net earnings and shareholder value to the highest possible level through strategic planning and efficient operations.

Four-Firm Concentration Ratio

A measure of market concentration, indicating the total market share held by the four largest firms within a specific industry.

Oligopoly

A market structure characterized by a small number of firms controlling a large market share, leading to limited competition and potentially higher prices for consumers.

Monopolistic Competition

A competitive landscape where numerous companies offer products that are alike but not the same, providing an opportunity for limited market control and the distinction of products.