Choose the INCORRECT Statement

question 105

Multiple Choice

Choose the INCORRECT statement.

• A)Elemental silicon is produced by reduction of SiO₂ with coke.
• B)In silica each silicon atom is bonded directly to four other silicon atoms.
• C)Coke is made by heating coal in the absence of air.
• D)Charcoal is made by heating wood in the absence of air.
• E)Allotropes of carbon include diamond,graphite,fullerenes and nanotubes.

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