Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 168

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) Electrons are transferred from one reactant to the other in redox reactions.
• B) Oxidation state is a fictitious charge given to each atom in a redox reaction.
• C) Combustion is a redox reaction.
• D) An oxidizing agent causes the reduction of another substance.
• E) The oxidation state of an atom increases upon oxidation.

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