In which of the following method of purification, metal is converted to its volatile compound which is decomposed to give pure metal?
In which of the following method of purification, metal is converted to its volatile compound which is decomposed to give pure metal?

(i) heating with a stream of carbon monoxide.

(ii) heating with iodine.

(iii) liquation.

(iv) distillation.

 

Correct Answers:

(i) heating with a stream of carbon monoxide

(ii) heating with iodine

Explanation: Heating with iodine or with a steam of carbon monoxide are the methods of purification in which the metal is converted to its volatile

compound which is decomposed to give pure metal.