Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 11
In the redox reaction involving H3PO2 and AgNO3, which species is reduced?
A
Ag+
B
H3PO2
C
NO3-
D
H2O
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
In the reaction H3PO2 + 4 AgNO3 + 2 H2O → H3PO4 + 4Ag + 4HNO3, silver ions (Ag+) are reduced to solid silver (Ag). This indicates that Ag+ acts as the oxidizing agent.
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