Question

Explain the process of reduction of metal from a metal oxide.
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Answer 1

Answer:

Metals such as zinc, iron and copper are present in ores as their oxides. Each of these oxides is heated with carbon to obtain the metal. The metal oxide loses oxygen, and is therefore reduced. The carbon gains oxygen, and is therefore oxidised.

Elements: Copper; Iron; Magnesium; Sodium; Zinc

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

Metals such as zinc, iron and copper are present in ores as their oxides. Each of these oxides is heated with carbon to obtain the metal. The metal oxide loses oxygen, and is therefore reduced. The carbon gains oxygen, and is therefore oxidised.