NEET2018ChemistryGeneral Principles and Processes of Isolation of MetalsActual
Considering Ellingham diagram, which of the following metals can be used to reduce alumina?
Options
- AMg
- BZn
- CFe
- DCu
Correct answer
A. Mg
Step-by-step solution
Mg has more ( − ve ) ΔG value than alumina. So it will be in the lower part of Ellingham diagram. Metals which has more ( − ve ) ΔG value can reduce those metal-oxide which has less ( − ve ) ΔG value.