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In ZnO + C → Zn + CO, which Substance is Oxidized and Reduced

In ZnO + C → Zn + CO, which substance is oxidised and which is reduced? Learn redox reactions for CBSE Class 10 Chemistry preparation.

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Answer: Adding oxygen to material and removing hydrogen from a substance is known as an oxidation reaction.

  • The addition of oxygen causes the oxidation of C to CO.

  • Because oxygen is eliminated, ZnO is reduced to Zn.