Which product of coal is used as a reducing agent in the extraction of metals ?

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Coke is one of the products of coal, which is mainly used as a reducing agent in the extraction of metals (like iron, zinc etc.) Coke is a tough and porous black solid substance Coke is prepared by heating coal in the absence of air.

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Which of the following is used as a reducing agent in the extraction of iron metal ?

(a) coal

(b) bitumen

(d) coke

___ is used as a reducing agent in metal extraction.

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