Extraction of Iron Quiz

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The extraction of iron involves a chemical process called reduction, where iron oxide is converted to iron metal.

True (A)

Which of the following is a primary reactant used in the extraction of iron in a blast furnace?

Carbon dioxide
Calcium oxide
Oxygen gas
Carbon monoxide (correct)

The reaction between carbon and carbon dioxide produces ______, a key reducing agent in the extraction of iron.

carbon monoxide

What is the purpose of limestone in the extraction of iron?

<p>Limestone is added to the blast furnace to remove impurities from the iron ore, forming slag which is a molten silicate material.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

<p>Haematite = A form of carbon used in the blast furnace Coke = The molten iron that settles at the bottom of the blast furnace Slag = Iron(III) oxide, the primary ore for extracting iron Molten iron = A molten silicate material formed from impurities and limestone</p> Signup and view all the answers