Q30 / 180 · COMEDK 2015 · Chemistry

The magnetite ore is

  • A
    ferrous oxide
  • B
    ferric oxide
  • C
    ferric hydroxide
  • Correct answer
    D
    ferrous-ferric oxide

Solution

Chemical formula of magnetite is $\mathrm{Fe}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{4}$. The IUPAC name is iron (II, III) oxide and common chemical name is ferrous-ferric oxide.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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