Identify the element that undergoes reduction i... - SS2 Chemistry Electrochemistry Question
Identify the element that undergoes reduction in the following reaction:
Fe2O3 + 3CO → 2Fe + 3CO2
A
Fe
B
O
C
C
D
Au
correct option: c
In the given reaction, iron(III) oxide (Fe2O3) reacts with carbon monoxide (CO) to form iron (Fe) and carbon dioxide (CO2). Carbon starts with an oxidation state of +2 in CO and ends with an oxidation state of +4 in CO2. Therefore, carbon undergoes reduction, gaining electrons.
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