Question

ZnO+C=Zn +CO
why does carbon reacts with oxygen in this reaction since Zinc is more electropositive and also ionic bonds i.e zinc oxide are more stable than covalent bonds i.e CO​​

Answer 1

Answer:

ZnO+C=Zn +CO

In the above experiment 'C' combines with oxygen to form CO i.e. it itself is oxidised means it behaves as an reducing agent.

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