NEETChemistryGeneral Principles and Processes of Isolation of Metals
What is the role of carbon monoxide in the Mond Process?
Options
- AIt forms a stable compound with nickel
- BIt acts as a reducing agent
- CIt oxidizes nickel
- DIt stabilizes nickel tetracarbonyl
Correct answer
B. It acts as a reducing agent
Step-by-step solution
Carbon monoxide serves as a reducing agent in the Mond Process, facilitating the formation of volatile nickel tetracarbonyl.