Question

Name the compound of iron contained in lodestone.

Answer 1

Lode Stone is available in nature in the form of magnetize mineral.
Compound of iron contained in Lode stone is Fe3 O4 - - magnetize.
It is black, opaque and has some metallic luster.
They are naturally occurring magnets which can attract iron.
Many years ago Magnetism property was discovered by a shepherd by using lode stone.

Answer 2

The compound of iron contained in lodestone is Magnetite which is chemically an iron and an oxide which is also known as ferrous- ferric oxide.

The quantity of the compound which is contained in lodestone is Fe3 O4, it also has a property of luster in it which is metallic, greasy and dull. They are also used as natural magnets which can help attract the iron and can also become a permanent magnet.