GK Question

science medium true_false

True or False: In disproportionation reaction, the same element is both oxidized and reduced.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

Disproportionation: one species undergoes both oxidation and reduction. Example: 2H₂O₂ → 2H₂O + O₂ (O in H₂O₂: -1 → -2 in H₂O and 0 in O₂). Important redox concept. [[NCERT Chemistry Class 11]]

Topic Chemistry - Redox Reactions
Exam Relevance SSC CGL, Railway JE, UPSC CAPF