Q85 / 180 · AIIMS 2002 · Chemistry

Thermite is a mixture of iron oxide and

  • A
    zinc powder
  • B
    potassium metal
  • C
    sodium shavings
  • Correct answer
    D
    aluminium powder.

Solution

Thermite process involved the reduction of metal oxides by the use of aluminium powder. $$ \mathrm{Fe}_2 \mathrm{O}_3+2 \mathrm{Al} \rightarrow \mathrm{Al}_2 \mathrm{O}_3+2 \mathrm{Fe} $$

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

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