Redox Reactions And Electrochemistry Question 626

Question: The reaction, $ 2H_2O( l )\to 4{{H}^{+}}( aq )+O_2( g )+4{{e}^{-}} $ is

Options:

A) an oxidation reaction

B) a reduction reaction

C) a redox reaction

D) a hydrolysis reaction

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

[d] Since there is loss of electrons, hence it is oxidation reaction.