The main reducing agent in iron blast furnace is____________________?
Correct answer: C. Carbon monoxide
- A. Carbon dioxide
- B. Oxygen
- C. Carbon monoxide
- D. Air
Explanation
Carbon monoxide is the principal reducing gas in a blast furnace and removes oxygen from iron oxides to form iron. Carbon dioxide is mainly an oxidation product, while oxygen and air support combustion rather than reduction.
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