On the basis of following features identify the correct option: I. This metal is not obtained in free state. II. This metal is obtained by electrolysis of their chlorides in molten state.
A
Na
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B
Ca
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C
both (1) and (2)
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D
neither (1) nor (2)
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Solution
The correct option is C both (1) and (2) Both Sodium and calcium form highly reactive metal oxides that cannot be reduced by carbon. These metals are obtained by electrolytic reduction of their molten chloride salts.