Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the extraction of metals? I. Highly reactive metals (like sodium and p…

Question

Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the extraction of metals?

I. Highly reactive metals (like sodium and potassium) are extracted by electrolysis.

II. Moderately reactive metals (zinc, iron, lead) are extracted by reduction using carbon or CO.

III. Less reactive metals (copper, mercury) can be obtained simply by heating ores.

1. A. Only II
2. B. Only I and III
3. C. Only II and III
4. D. All of the above (Correct answer)

Correct Answer

Option D — All of the above

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is All of the above.

Key Points

• All three methods are correct as per the activity series: electrolysis for highly reactive, carbon reduction for moderately reactive, and simple heating for less reactive metals.