Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11
In the redox reaction C6H5CHO(l) + 2[Ag(NH3)2]+(aq) + 3OH–(aq) → C6H5COO–(aq) + 2Ag(s) + 4NH3(aq) + 2H2O(l), what is the change in oxidation state of silver in the reaction?
A
0 to +1
B
+1 to 0
C
+2 to +1
D
+1 to +2
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
Silver is reduced from an oxidation state of +1 in [Ag(NH3)2]+ to 0 in Ag(s), indicating a decrease in oxidation state.
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