Manipal MET2010ChemistryRedox Reactions
Carbon cannot be used in the reduction of Al ₂ O ₃ because
Options
- Ait is an expensive proposition
- Bthe enthalpy of formation of CO ₂ is more than that of Al ₂ O ₃
- Cpure carbon is not easily available
- Dthe enthalpy of formation of Al ₂ O ₃ is too high
Correct answer
D. the enthalpy of formation of Al ₂ O ₃ is too high
Step-by-step solution
The enthalpy of formation of Al ₂ O ₃ is very high and hence, it is not possible to reduce it by carbon.