Redox Reactions And Electrochemistry Ques 489
Question: Incorrect statement regarding rusting is [MP PET 2000]
Options:
A) Metallic iron is oxidised to $ F{{e}^{3+}} $ ions
B) Metallic iron is reduced to $ F{{e}^{2-}} $ ions
C) Oxygen gas is reduced to oxide ion
D) Yellowish - brown product is formed
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
$ 4Fe+3O_2\to 4F{{e}^{3+}}+6{{O}^{2-}} $