NEET Chemistry ยท Medium

Redox Reactions: Concept summary MCQ

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Concept summaryMediumQuestion 25024

Question

If oxidation number of an element decreases, the species is:

  1. A
    Reduced
    Correct
  2. B
    Oxidised
  3. C
    Hydrolysed
  4. D
    Neutralised

Correct answer

Reduced

Explanation

Decrease in oxidation state means gain of electrons.