NEETChemistryGeneral Principles and Processes of Isolation of Metals
Explain the following : CO 2 is a better reducing agent below 710K whereas CO is a better reducing agent above 710K.
Options
- ACO 2 is more stable than CO below 710K.
- BCO has a lower bond dissociation energy than CO 2 below 710K.
- CCO 2 is reduced to CO below 710K as per Ellingham diagram.
- DCO 2 has a higher standard reduction potential than CO below 710K.
Correct answer
C. CO 2 is reduced to CO below 710K as per Ellingham diagram.
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (C) CO 2 is reduced to CO below 710K as per Ellingham diagram.