NEETChemistryGeneral Principles and Processes of Isolation of Metals
What substance is produced when oxygen reacts with carbon at the anode during aluminium extraction ?
Options
- ACO(g) + 2e-
- BCO 2 (g) + 4e-
- CAl(l)
- DAl3+ (melt)
Correct answer
B. CO 2 (g) + 4e-
Step-by-step solution
The reaction of oxygen with carbon at the anode produces carbon dioxide.