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Q. Out of C and CO, which is a better reducing agent at 673 K?
Answer
At 673 K, the value of free enthalpy change for CO to convert into carbon monoxide that is Δ(CO,CO2) less than that of ΔG c,co . Therefore, CO can be oxidised more easily to carbon dioxide than Carbon to Carbon monoxide. Hence, CO is a better reducing agent than C at 673 K.
Q. Name the common elements present in the anode mud in electrolytic refining ofcopper. Why are they so present?
Answer
In electrolytic refining of copper, the common elements present in anode mud are: -
1. Selenium
2. Tellurium
3. Silver
4. Gold
5. Platinum, and
6. Antimony
These elements are very less reactive. Thus, they are not affected during the purification process. Hence, settle dow