: Metallurgy of Iron and Steel
WEBJul 12, 2023 · The overall reaction for the production of iron in a blast furnace is as follows: Fe2O3(s) + 3C(s) Δ → 2Fe(l) + 3CO(g) The actual reductant is CO, which reduces Fe 2 O 3 to give Fe (l) and CO 2 (g) (Equation ); the CO 2 is then reduced back to CO by reaction with excess carbon. As the ore, lime, and coke drop into the furnace .