The pyrite (iron sulfide) roasting process is carried out following the next reaction [FeS2 (s) + O2 (g)]25°C → [Fe2O3 (s) + SO2(g)] 900 °C a) Determine the enthalpy balance for the reaction as stated in the reaction shown b) Determine the enthalpy balance using air with 10% excess and preheated to 500°C

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The pyrite (iron sulfide) roasting process is carried out following the

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[FeS2 (s) + O2 (g)]25°C → [Fe2O3 (s) + SO2(g)] 900 °C

a) Determine the enthalpy balance for the reaction as stated in the reaction shown

b) Determine the enthalpy balance using air with 10% excess and preheated to 500°C

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