Practice mode Electrochemistry

Which reaction is an example of disproportionation?

Correct answer B. 2H₂O₂ → 2H₂O + O₂

Explanation

In disproportionation the same element is both oxidised and reduced. In H₂O₂ oxygen (−1) is reduced to −2 in H₂O and oxidised to 0 in O₂.

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