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What are the two major types of compounds formed by iron?
What are the two major types of compounds formed by iron?
- Ferrous and ferric (correct)
- Ironic and ferrous
- Ferrous and oxide
- Ferric and ironic
Why is pure iron rarely seen in everyday life?
Why is pure iron rarely seen in everyday life?
- It is difficult to shape and work with
- It is highly reactive with water
- It is too expensive to produce
- It readily combines with oxygen to form rust (correct)
What color is pure iron?
What color is pure iron?
- Yellow
- Red
- Silvery-white (correct)
- Black
What is the major drawback of iron as a construction material?
What is the major drawback of iron as a construction material?
What happens to iron in the presence of moist air?
What happens to iron in the presence of moist air?