Chemical Thermodynamics Question 314
Question: For the reaction, $ C+O_2\to CO_2;,\Delta H=-393,J $
$ 2Zn+O_2\to 2ZnO;,H=-412,J $ Which one is correct-
Options:
A) Carbon can reduce ZnO to Zn
B) Oxidation of carbon is not feasible
C) Oxidation of Zn is not feasible
D) Z’n liberates more heat than carbon during oxidation
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
- $ ZnO+C\to Zn+CO $
