The compound obtained on reaction of iron with steam is/are:

(a) Fe2O3 (b) Fe3O4

(c) FeO (d) Fe2O3 and Fe3O4


Correct Answer: (c) Fe304  

Explanation: Iron reacts with steam (H2O) to give ferric oxide and hydrogen gas is evolved. The reaction is given as:

$3Fe(s) + 4H_2O(g) \rightarrow Fe_3O_4(s) + H_2(g)$

Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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