In the thermit reaction, iron oxide is reduced by

A. aluminium

B. carbon

C. zinc

D. hydrogen

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Answer: A. aluminium

\(\text{Fe}_2\text{O}_3 + 2\text{Al} \rightarrow 2\text{Fe} + \text{Al}_2\text{O}_3\) + heat; it is used to join railway tracks.

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