Which strong acid is used to leach phosphate rock to produce phosphoric acid?

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Published
11 Mar 2019
Last updated
28 May 2026

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Explanation

Phosphate rock is treated with sulfuric acid, a strong acid, to generate phosphoric acid. Hydrochloric acid is not typically used for this process.

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