Consider the following reaction: Fe_{2}O_{3}(s)+2Al(s)\rightarrow 2Fe(s)+Al_{2}O_{3}(s) Which of the following statements about the given reaction is <strong>NOT</strong> correct?
- A. It is an example of displacement reaction
- B. It is highly endothermic reaction ✓
- C. Fe_{2}O_{3} acts as oxidizing agent
- D. This reaction is applicable to joining of railway tracks
Correct Answer: B. It is highly endothermic reaction
Explanation
The thermite reaction between iron(III) oxide and aluminium is highly exothermic, not endothermic. A large amount of heat is evolved.
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