Hello, I’m Avinto, your guide to understanding the Extraction of Metals by Thermal Reduction! Metal ores are naturally occurring compounds that contain metals in combined forms. The process of thermal reduction involves heating the ore with a reducing agent to extract the metal. Together, we’ll explore the stages of ore concentration, the mechanism of thermal reduction, and the specific reactions involved, such as those used in the extraction of tin. We’ll also discuss why some metals cannot be extracted using this method.