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2CuI →Cu + CuI2. This reaction is

a
Disproportionation reaction
b
Neutralization reaction
c
Oxidation reaction
d
Reduction reaction

detailed solution

Correct option is A

Reaction in which same element undergoes simultaneously both oxidation and reduction is disproportionation reaction In the given reaction oxidation state of Cu is  decreased from  +1 to zero and also increased from +1 to +2.2Cu+1I→Cu0+Cu+2I2 ;

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