Which of the following substances is the reducing agent in the chemical reaction ?

Fe₂O₃ + 3CO → 2Fe + CO₂

Question

Which of the following substances is the reducing agent in the chemical reaction ? Fe₂O₃ + 3CO → 2Fe + CO₂ A) Fe₂O₃ B) CO C) 2Fe D) C E) O₂

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In the given chemical reaction, a metal sulfide and carbon monoxide react to form iron and carbonyl sulfide. Since carbon monoxide is gaining oxygen (oxidation) and iron is losing oxygen (reduction), carbon monoxide is acting as the reducing agent. Therefore, the correct answer is B) CO.

Which of the Following Substances Is the Reducing Agent in the Chemical