Cr2O2−7+14H⊕+6l⊖⟶2Cr3++3H2O+3I2 Which element is reduced?
A
Cr
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B
H
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C
O
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D
I
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Solution
The correct option is ACr In (Cr2O7)−2, oxidation state of Cr is +6. In the product, oxidation state of Cr is +3. There is a reduction in the oxidation number of Cr from reactant to product. Hence, Cr is reduced.