Q. For the reaction
$C + O_{2} \to C O_{2}; Δ H = - 393 J$
$2 Z n + O_{2} \to 2 Z n O; H = - 412 J$
Which one is correct?

1220 273 Thermodynamics Report Error

A

Carbon can reduce $Z n O$ to $Z n$

B

Oxidation of carbon is not feasible

C

Oxidation of $Z n$ is not feasible

D

Zn liberates more heat than carbon during oxidation

Solution:

$Z n O + C \to Z n + CO$