Chemical Thermodynamics Question 158

For the reaction, $ C+O_2\to CO_2;,\Delta H=-393,\text{kJ} $

$ 2Zn+O_2\to 2ZnO;,H=-412,\text{kJ} $

Options:

A) Carbon can reduce ZnO to Zn

B) Oxidation of carbon is not feasible

C) Oxidation of Zn is not feasible

D) Zinc liberates more heat than carbon during oxidation

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

  • $ ZnO+C\to Zn+CO_2 $


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