For the reactions 2C + O2 $\to$ 2CO2; $\Delta H$ = -393 J 2Zn + O2 $\to$ 2ZnO; $\Delta H$ = -412 J

Question

For the reactions
2C + O₂ $\to$ 2CO₂; $\Delta H$ = -393 J
2Zn + O₂ $\to$ 2ZnO; $\Delta H$ = -412 J

carbon can oxidise Zn

oxidation of carbon is not feasible

oxidation of Zn is not feasible

Zn can oxidise carbon

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