Redox Reaction By Oxidation Number Method 01 Ques7
Question: In the oxidation number method, what is the first step in balancing a redox reaction?
Options:
A) Balance the atoms other than H and O
B) Determine the oxidation numbers of all atoms
C) Add $H^+$ or $OH^-$ to balance H atoms
D) Add $H_2O$ to balance O atoms
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Answer: b
Explanation:
A) Incorrect. This step comes after determining oxidation numbers.
B) Correct. The first step is to determine the oxidation numbers of all atoms to identify which species are oxidized and which are reduced.
C) Incorrect. This step comes later in the process.
D) Incorrect. This is one of the final steps in the balancing process.
BETA
