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Question 1

This question is about the extraction of metals from their oxides. 

X is an unknown metal which can be extracted from its oxide by reduction with hydrogen.

The equation for the reaction is:

H2 + XO âž” X + H2O

(You may need a periodic table)

a)

The sum of the relative formula masses of the reactants is 81.5. 

Calculate the relative atomic mass of X.

(0/3 marks)

b)

Identify the unknown metal using the periodic table. 

(0/1 marks)

c)

Carbon can also be used to reduce iron oxide.

Balance the chemical equation below.

(0/2 marks)

d)

Calculate the relative formula mass of carbon dioxide, CO2.

(0/1 marks)

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