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What happens when SiO2 reacts with carbon?

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Formation of SiC and CO
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Formation of SiC
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Formation of SiC2
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Solution

The correct option is A Formation of SiC and CO
When silica reacts with carbon, SiC and CO are formed. The balanced chemical equation can be written as-
SiO2 + 3C = SiC + 2CO

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