With reference to the following reactions, identify the correct statement.

I. Fe 2+ → Fe 3+ + e –
II. Fe 2+ + e – → Fe +

Question

With reference to the following reactions, identify the correct statement. 
  
  I. Fe  2+  → Fe  3+  + e  – 
  II. Fe  2+  + e  –  → Fe  +

Answer

Process II occurs by loss of an electron.

Answer

Fe 2+  is both oxidized and reduced.

Answer

Process I is a reduction.

Answer

Fe +  is the oxidized form of Fe 2+ .

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