State whether the given chemical reaction is a redox reaction or not. Justify your answer.
State whether the given chemical reaction is a redox reaction or not. Justify your answer.
Official answer
Yes, the given chemical reaction is a redox reaction because Mn in MnO2 is reduced to Mn2+ in MnCl2 and Cl in HCl is oxidized to Cl2.
Marking scheme
- 1.2 marks
Hint
Identify the oxidation and reduction reactions in the given chemical reaction.
Quick oral answer
Yes, the given chemical reaction is a redox reaction because Mn in MnO2 is reduced to Mn2+ in MnCl2 and Cl in HCl is oxidized to Cl2.
Common mistakes
- 1.The given chemical reaction is not a redox reaction.
Analysis and explanation
The given chemical reaction is MnO2 + 4HCl -> MnCl2 + 2H2O + Cl2.
In this reaction, Mn in MnO2 is reduced to Mn2+ in MnCl2 and Cl in HCl is oxidized to Cl2.
Therefore, the given chemical reaction is a redox reaction.
Interesting facts
Redox reactions are used in the production of electricity in batteries.
Question details
Q21 of 39 questions
- Board
- CBSE
- Class
- Class 10
- Subject
- Science
- Year
- 2023
- Section
- Section Section B
- Marks
- 2
- Type
- Very Short Answer
- Chapter
- Chemical Reactions and Equations
- Topic
- Redox Reactions
- Bloom's level
- Understanding
- Syllabus topic
- Chemical Reactions and Equations
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Frequently asked questions
How many marks does this question carry in CBSE Class 10 Science 2023?
This question carries 2 marks in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2023 examination.
Which chapter does this question come from in Science?
This question is from the chapter "Chemical Reactions and Equations" in the CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus.
What topic does this question cover in Science?
This question covers the topic "Redox Reactions" from CBSE Class 10 Science.
What type of question is this in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2023 paper?
This is a Very Short Answer question from Section Section B in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2023 paper.