NEETChemistry-Redox Reactions

NEET Chemistry Balancing Equations MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11

The values of coefficients to balance the following reaction are Cr(OH)₃ + ClO⁻ + OH⁻ → CrO₄²⁻ + Cl⁻ + H₂O

A

Cr(OH)₃: 2; ClO⁻: 3; CrO₄²⁻: 3; Cl⁻: 3

B

Cr(OH)₃: 2; ClO⁻: 4; CrO₄²⁻: 2; Cl⁻: 2

C

Cr(OH)₃: 2; ClO⁻: 4; CrO₄²⁻: 3; Cl⁻: 2

D

Cr(OH)₃: 2; ClO⁻: 3; CrO₄²⁻: 2; Cl⁻: 3

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Balancing the redox reaction requires equalizing the number of electrons transferred, resulting in the coefficients 2, 4, 2, 2.

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