Which Element Is Oxidized in the Reaction Below? I^-

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which element is oxidized in the reaction below? I^- + MnO₄^- + H⁺ → I₂ + MnO₂ + H₂O

• A)I
• B)Mn
• C)O
• D)H

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Definitions:

Directional Alternative Hypothesis

A hypothesis that specifies the direction of an expected difference or relationship, not just the existence of a difference.

Non-directional Alternative Hypothesis

A non-directional alternative hypothesis is a type of hypothesis used in statistical testing that predicts a relationship between variables without specifying the direction of the relationship.

Non-directional Null Hypothesis

A type of null hypothesis that specifies there is no specific direction of difference or relationship between variables.

≠ Symbol

A mathematical symbol denoting inequality, indicating that two values are not equal.