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Which of the following metals is used in making thermite for welding purposes?
Which of the following metals is used in making thermite for welding purposes?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Understand thermite composition
Thermite is a mixture of aluminium powder and iron oxide used in welding.Step 2: Analyze other metals
Copper, iron, and zinc are not used as reducing agents in thermite reactions.Final Answer:
Aluminium → Option BQuick Check:
Metal in thermite welding = Aluminium ✅
Quick Trick: Aluminium reduces iron oxide in thermite reaction.
Common Mistakes:
- Assuming iron or copper is the reducing metal in thermite.
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