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Question
Choose the correct option from the bracket and explain the statement giving reason.
(Oxidation, displacement, electrolysis, reduction, zinc, copper, double displacement, decomposition)
The conversion of ferrous sulphate to ferric sulphate is ______ reaction.
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Solution
The conversion of ferrous sulphate to ferric sulphate is an oxidation reaction.
Explanation:
Oxidation means losing one or more electrons. During this conversion, Fe2+ is converted into Fe3+ by losing one electron. Therefore, it is an oxidation reaction.
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