BITSAT2018ChemistryRedox ReactionsActual
Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the equation MeCHO + Ag NH 3 2 + + O ¯ H ⟶ MeCOO - + Ag
Options
- AThe equivalent weight of MeCHO is 22 .
- BThree moles of O ¯ H are required in the reaction.
- CMeCHO acts as an oxidising agent.
- DAg NH 3 2 + gets reduced.
Correct answer
C. MeCHO acts as an oxidising agent.
Step-by-step solution
Oxidation : CH 3 COO - + 3 O ¯ H → CH 3 COO - + 2 e - + 2 H 2 O Reduction : Ag NH 3 2 + + e - ⟶ Ag + NH 3 × 2 CH 3 CHO + 2 Ag NH 3 2 + + 3 O ¯ H ⟶ CH 3 O O ¯ + 2 H 2 O Molecular mass M of CH 3 CHO = 44   g   mol - 1 Equivalent weight Eω = M n - factor = 44 2 = 22   g   mol - 1 Since aldehyde is getting oxidised therefore, it is acting as reducing agent and not oxidising agent.