Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Extraction of metals

Extraction of metals — practice question

Iron is obtained from its ore by heating that ore with carbon in a blast furnace.
(a(i))[1]

State the name of any iron ore.

(a(ii))[2]

Explain how carbon monoxide is produced in the blast furnace.

(a(iii))[2]

Balance the chemical equation for this reaction. $\text{Fe}_2\text{O}_3 + 3\text{CO} \rightarrow \, ....\text{Fe} + ....\text{CO}_2$

(a(iv))[1]

In what way does this equation show that iron(III) oxide is reduced?

(a(v))[2]

Calculate the relative formula mass of iron(III) oxide, $\text{Fe}_2\text{O}_3$. Show all your working. Use your Periodic Table to help you.

(b(i))[1]

Identify the gas.

(b(ii))[3]

Suggest a practical way to investigate the rate of this reaction by collecting the gas. You may include a labelled diagram in your answer.

(c)[2]

Describe a test for iron(II) ions. State both the test and the result.

(d)[2]

Give two advantages of recycling steel.

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