Chemistry-Oxidation Number

NEET Chemistry Oxidation Number MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 11

In the reduction half-reaction of Cr2O7 2– to Cr3+ in an acidic medium, how many electrons are transferred when 1 mol of Cr2O7 2– is completely reduced?

A

6 electrons

B

2 electrons

C

4 electrons

D

8 electrons

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

From the balanced equation: Cr2O7 2– + 14H+ + 6e– → 2Cr3+ + 7H2O, it is clear that 6 electrons are transferred for the reduction of 1 mol of Cr2O7 2– to 2 mol of Cr3+.

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