Q.

In the reaction Cr2O72-+14H++6I-2Cr3++3H2O+I2. which element is reduced?

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a

Cr

b

H

c

O

d

I

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

The given chemical reaction is as follows:

Cr2O72-+14H++6I-2Cr3++3H2O+I2.

The oxidation state of chromium in Cr2O72- changes from +6 to +3 hence it is getting reduced.

Hence the correct option is (B).

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In the reaction Cr2O72-+14H++6I-→2Cr3++3H2O+I2. which element is reduced?