Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Extraction of metals

Extraction of metals — practice question

Iron is classified as a metal.
(a)[2]

Which substance is reduced in this reaction? Give a reason for your choice.

(b(i))[1]

What does the term ore mean?

(b(ii))[1]

What is the role of this air?

(b(iii))[1]

Which of the following is slag? Tick one box.

(b(iv))[1]

Put the letter S on the diagram to indicate where slag is taken out.

(c)[4]

Describe how iron is changed into steel. In your answer, explain the impurities present, explain how those impurities are removed, and include a relevant word equation.

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