CSEC Chemistry · May/June 2010 · Paper 2 · Question 5(b)
Outline the steps involved in the extraction of iron from its ore. Write a balanced chemical equation for EACH step.
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- 5(a)Write the chemical formula for ONE ore of iron.[1 mark]
- 5(c)Stainless steel, an alloy of iron, is used to make cooking utensils. Suggest TWO reasons why stainless steel is used instead of iron for making cooking…[2 marks]
- 5(d)Besides cooking utensils, state ONE other use of iron or its alloys.[1 mark]
- 5(e)Name the compound of iron that is found in the blood and explain how a lack of iron would affect the human body.[3 marks]
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