Question

Where is iron placed in the reactivity series of metals? Write the form/forms in which its ores are found in nature.

Hint:

Iron is moderately reactive and is found as oxide ores.

Answer 1

Iron's position is in the mid-range of metal reactivity. Its primary ores include: - Haematite (Fe$_2$O$_3$) - Magnetite (Fe$_3$O$_4$)