Choose the correct statement applicable for the reaction: $2 \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{O}+2 \mathrm{~F}_{2} \rightarrow 4 \mathrm{HF}+\mathrm{O}_{2}$

• Correct answer
  A

  water is oxidised to $\mathrm{O}_{2}$.
• B

  $\mathrm{F}_{2}$ is oxidised to HF.
• C

  water is reduced to $\mathrm{HF}$.
• D

  $\mathrm{F}_{2}$ acts as reducing agent in the reaction.

Solution

Water is oxidised to $\mathrm{O}_{2}$ and $\mathrm{F}_{2}$ is reduced to $\mathrm{HF}$ as follows.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.