The Reactants Shown Schematically Below Represent Iron Oxide

question 90

Multiple Choice

The reactants shown schematically below represent iron oxide, and carbon monoxide, CO. Which of the following is the correct full balanced chemical equation for what is depicted?

• A) + 3 CO → 2 Fe + 3
• B) + 3 CO → 3 FeO + 2 C
• C) + 3 CO → 3 Fe + 2C
• D) + 3 CO → 2 Fe + 3 O

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