Chemistry-Balancing Redox Reactions
NEET Chemistry Balancing Redox Reactions MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 11
In the reaction 2Fe(s) + 3H2O(l) → Fe2O3(s) + 3H2(g), what is the change in oxidation state of iron (Fe) during the reaction?
A
0 to +3
B
0 to +2
C
+2 to +3
D
+3 to 0
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
In the given reaction, iron (Fe) is oxidized from an oxidation state of 0 in Fe(s) to +3 in Fe2O3(s). This is a redox reaction where Fe is the reducing agent.
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