alleryWhat is the role of carbon monoxide in iron-oxide reduction?
AIt adds sulfur to iron
BIt converts iron to carbonate
CIt dissolves the furnace lining
DIt removes oxygen from the ore
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. It removes oxygen from the ore
Carbon monoxide reacts with iron oxide and removes oxygen.
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