Question:

In Goldschmidt aluminothermic process which of the following reducing agents is used:

Updated On: Jun 27, 2024
  • calcium
  • coke
  • $Al$-powder
  • sodium
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The Correct Option is C

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Reduction by powdered aluminium is known as Gold-Schmidt aluminothermic process. This process is employed in cases where metals have very high m.p. and are to be extracted from their oxides.
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