Using the Redox Reaction Below Determine Which Element Is Oxidized $\rarr$

question 105

Multiple Choice

Using the redox reaction below determine which element is oxidized and which is reduced.4NH₃ + 3Ca(ClO) ₂ $\rarr$ 2N₂ + 6H₂O + 3CaCl₂

• A) H is oxidized and N is reduced
• B) Cl is oxidized and O is reduced
• C) N is oxidized and Cl is reduced
• D) Cl is oxidized and N is reduced
• E) N is oxidized and O is reduced

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