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SnCl2 + 2FeCl2 → SnCl4 + 2FeCl2. Which of the following element undergoes oxidation in the reaction given?(a) iron(b) tin(c) chlorine(d) ferrousI got this question at a job interview.My doubt stems from Classical Idea of Redox Reactions-Oxidation and Reduction Reactions topic in chapter Redox Reactions of Chemistry – Class 11

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The CORRECT choice is (b) tin

Easy explanation: Tin changes is oxidation state from + 2 to + 4. Increase in oxidation number indicates Oxidation reaction. Oxidation is the loss of ELECTRONS by an ATOM, ion or molecule, it is also KNOWN as the de^–electronation.



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