Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Metal Extraction (Section 2 - No. 13)
What is the role of carbon (coke) in the extraction of iron?
To act as a flux.
To provide heat for the reaction.
To act as a reducing agent.
Both to provide heat and act as a reducing agent.
Explanation
Coke burns to provide heat and produces carbon monoxide, the reducing agent.
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