Question
Chemistry Question on General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements
Which of the following elements is present as the impurity to the maximum extent in the pig iron?
A
Carbon
B
Silicon
C
Phosphorus
D
Manganese
Answer
Carbon
Explanation
Solution
Pig iron contains about 4% carbon (major impurity) and other impurities (S,P,Si,Mn) in trace amounts.