NEETChemistryRedox Reactions
In the formation of sodium chloride, what is the half reaction for the loss of electrons by sodium?
Options
- A2 Na(s) → 2 Na+(g) + 2e-
- BCl 2 (g) + 2e- → 2 Cl-(g)
- C2 Na(s) + Cl 2 (g) → 2 Na+ Cl-(s)
- D2 Na(s) + 2e- → 2 Na+(g)
Correct answer
A. 2 Na(s) → 2 Na+(g) + 2e-
Step-by-step solution
The passage provides the half reaction for the loss of electrons by sodium as 2 Na(s) → 2 Na+(g) + 2e-.