Which of the statements about the reaction below are incorrect? 2PbO_(s)+C_(s) → 2Pb_(s)+CO_2(g)

Which of the statements about the reaction below are incorrect?

\[2PbO_{(s)} + C_{(s)} \rightarrow 2Pb_{(s)} + CO_{2(g)}\]

a. Lead is getting reduced.
b. Carbon dioxide is getting oxidised.
c. Carbon is getting oxidised.
d. Lead oxide is getting reduced

Options

i. (a) and (b)
ii. (a) and (c)
iii. (a),(b) and (c)
iv. all

 

Class 10ScienceChemical Reactions And Equations

Answers (1)

digitalvishal355

Incorrect option is (i) (a) and (b)

Explanation: (a) Oxygen is being removed

(b) The Oxygen removed from lead is transferred to the elemental Carbon.