In the cyanide process for the extraction of $Ag$ from argentite,the oxidizing agent and reducing agent used are respectively:

  • A
    $O_2$ and $CO$
  • B
    $O_2$ and $Zn$ powder
  • C
    $HNO_3$ and $Zn$ powder
  • D
    $HNO_3$ and $CO$

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