NEETChemistryRedox Reactions
The reaction 2K(s) + F₂(g) → 2K⁺F⁻(s) involves a redox reaction because:
Options
- APotassium gains electrons, and Fluorine loses electrons.
- BPotassium loses electrons, and Fluorine gains electrons.
- CPotassium gains electrons, and Fluorine gains electrons.
- DPotassium loses electrons, and Fluorine loses electrons.
Correct answer
B. Potassium loses electrons, and Fluorine gains electrons.
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (B) Potassium loses electrons, and Fluorine gains electrons.