Chemistry · Reactivity Series and Extraction of Metals
Dhritiman tries to extract magnesium from magnesium oxide using carbon reduction. The attempt fails. What is the reason for this failure?
- 1The reaction produces carbon monoxide only.
- 2Carbon reacts violently with oxygen.
- 3Magnesium forms a volatile compound with carbon.
- 4Carbon is less reactive than magnesium.✓
Correct answer
Carbon is less reactive than magnesium.
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