AIPMT PRELIMS2004Chemistry-Redox Reactions

AIPMT PRELIMS 2004 Chemistry Disproportionation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which is the best description of the behavior of bromine in the reaction given below:- H₂O + Br₂ → HOBr + HBr

A

Both oxidized and reduced

B

Oxidized only

C

Reduced only

D

Proton acceptor only

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Bromine undergoes a disproportionation reaction where it is both oxidized to HOBr and reduced to HBr.

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