In the reaction ZnO + C → Zn + CO:

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) ZnO is reduced to Zn.

·         ZnO is reduced to Zn, and carbon is oxidized to CO.

Explanation:

This is a redox reaction, where one substance is reduced and another is oxidized.

• Reduction of ZnO:
• Reduction refers to the gain of electrons or the removal of oxygen.
• In this reaction, ZnO (zinc oxide) loses oxygen and is reduced to metallic Zn.

ZnO+C→Zn+CO

• Oxidation of Carbon:
• Oxidation refers to the loss of electrons or the addition of oxygen.
• Carbon (C) reacts with the oxygen from ZnO to form carbon monoxide (CO), indicating that carbon is oxidized.