NDA2012General AbilityGeneral ScienceActual
The following equation is an example of a redox reaction, in which Cl ₂ is the oxidising agent and FeBr ₃ is the reducing agent: 2 FeBr ₃( aq )+3 Cl ₂( ~g )=2 FeCl ₃( aq )+3 Br ₂(1) Which one among the following statements is incorrect for this redox reaction?
Options
- AOxidizing agents are themselves reduced
- BReducing agents gain or appear to gain electrons
- CReducing agents are themselves oxidized
- DOxidizing agents oxidize other substances.
Correct answer
B. Reducing agents gain or appear to gain electrons
Step-by-step solution
The correct answer is option B.