Question

The raw materials required for the extraction of iron from hematite are (i) …….. (ii) ……… and hot air.

• A. coke
• B. limestone

Answer 1

1. The raw materials required for the extraction of iron from hematite are (i) coke, (ii) limestone, and hot air.

For Example:

1. Mostly the hematite ore is mixed with limestone, coke, and hot air.
2. The mineral present in hematite is iron oxide and it is reduced to iron by carbon monoxide.

Hence, The raw materials required for the extraction of iron from hematite are (i) coke, (ii) limestone, and hot air.