Sphalerite is the naturally occurring mineral zinc sulfide, from which zinc metal is extracted. The ore is

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Sphalerite is the naturally occurring mineral zinc sulfide,

from which zinc metal is extracted. The ore is heated in oxygen to form zinc oxide and sulfur dioxide, followed by the reaction of metal oxide with elemental carbon to form CO.

(a) Write a balanced equation for each of these reactions.

(b) For each reaction, identify the element that is oxidized and the one that is reduced.

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Chemistry Principles And Practice

ISBN: 9780534420123

3rd Edition

Authors: Daniel L. Reger, Scott R. Goode, David W. Ball

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