General Formula for Reduction of Metal Oxides (using CO or H₂ as example)
Metal oxide + reducing agent (e.g., CO, H₂) → metal + oxide (e.g., CO₂, H₂O) Example: Fe₂O₃ + 3CO high temp. 2Fe + 3CO₂, CuO + H₂ Δ Cu + H₂O Explanation: This…
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Metal oxide + reducing agent (e.g., CO, H₂) → metal + oxide (e.g., CO₂, H₂O) Example: Fe₂O₃ + 3CO high temp. 2Fe + 3CO₂, CuO + H₂ Δ Cu + H₂O Explanation: This is a common method for metal smelting and laboratory preparation of certain metals.
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