Q2 / 90 · JEE Main 2021 (18 Mar Shift 2) · Chemistry

In basic medium, H2O2 exhibits which of the following reactions?
(A) Mn2+→Mn4+
(B) I2→I-
(C) PbS→PbSO4
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

  • A
    (A),(C) only
  • B
    (A) only
  • C
    (B) only
  • Correct answer
    D
    (A), (B) only

Solution

In basic medium, oxidising action of H2O2.

Mn2++H2O2→Mn+4+2OH-

In basic medium, reducing action of H2O2

I2+H2O2+2OH-→2I-+2H2O+O2

In acidic medium, oxidising action of H2O2

PbS(s)+4H2O2(aq)→PbSO4( s)+4H2O(l)

Hence correct option (4).

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

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