Interpretation: The element that oxidizes and reduces in the reaction is to be chosen from the given options.
Concept Introduction:
Oxidation is defined as the loss of electrons or the addition of an electropositive atom. Similarly, this reaction can also be referred to as the removal of hydrogen atom/molecule.
Reduction is defined as the gains of electrons or the addition of an electronegative atom. Similarly, this reaction can also be referred to as the removal of oxygen atom/molecule.
Answer to Problem 3STP
Correct answer: The correct option is ‘B’.
Explanation of Solution
Reason for correct option: The given reaction is:
The ionic equation of the given reaction is:
From the given ionic equation, it can be concluded that the chlorine atom loses oxygen atom and it goes from
Reasons for incorrect options:
Option A is incorrect:
Option C is incorrect: Both
Option D is incorrect: Both
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