NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)
A tetravalent element forms monoxide and dioxide with oxygen. When air is passed over heated element (1273 K), producer gas is obtained. Monoxide of the element is a powerful reducing agent and reduces ferric oxide to iron. Identify the element and write formulas of its monoxide and dioxide.
Options
- ACarbon, CO, CO 2
- BSilicon, SiO, SiO 2
- CBoron, BO, BO 2
- DPhosphorus, PO, PO 2
Correct answer
A. Carbon, CO, CO 2
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (A) Carbon, CO, CO 2