Chemical Engineering Basics - Engineering

Q1:

Cassiterite is an ore of

A tin

B lead

C molybdenum

D chromium

ANS:A - tin

Cassiterite is an ore of tin. It is a tin oxide mineral with the chemical formula SnO2. Cassiterite is the primary ore of tin and is commonly found in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites associated with granite intrusions. Tin extracted from cassiterite is used in various applications, including soldering, tin plating, and manufacturing of alloys such as bronze and pewter.