JEE Main 2022 · 25 Jul · Shift 2 · Chemistry Q67

ChemistrySingle correct+4 / -1Question 67 of 90

Given below are two statements.

Statement I: Pig iron is obtained by heating cast iron with scrap iron.

Statement II: Pig iron has a relatively lower carbon content than that of cast iron.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.

Both Statement I and Statement II are not correct.

Statement I is correct but Statement II is not correct.

Statement I is not correct but Statement II is correct.

Answer and worked solution

Official answer: B

Both false. Cast iron is made from pig iron (with scrap iron and coke), and pig iron has more carbon than cast iron.

(B)

Topics:Extraction of specific metals

JEE Main 2022 · 25 Jul · Shift 2, Chemistry question 67