Question

2PbO(s) + C(s) -> 2Pb(s) + CO2(g)
Which of the following statements are correct for the above chemical reaction?
a) Lead is reduced
b) Carbon dioxide is oxidized
c) Carbon is oxidized
d) Lead oxide is reduced.

Answer 1

Carbon is oxidized (c)
Lead oxide is reduced (d)

Answer 2

b) Carbon dioxide is oxidized

c) Carbon is oxidized

d) Lead oxide is reduced.