Q90 / 270 · NDA 2012 (Phase 1) · General Ability
The following equation is an example of a redox reaction, in which $\mathrm{Cl}_2$ is the oxidising agent and $\mathrm{FeBr}_3$ is the reducing agent:
$2 \mathrm{FeBr}_3(\mathrm{aq})+3 \mathrm{Cl}_2(\mathrm{~g})=2 \mathrm{FeCl}_3(\mathrm{aq})+3 \mathrm{Br}_2(1)$
Which one among the following statements is incorrect for this redox reaction?
- AOxidizing agents are themselves reduced
- Correct answerBReducing agents gain or appear to gain electrons
- CReducing agents are themselves oxidized
- DOxidizing agents oxidize other substances.
Solution
The correct answer is option B.
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.