Easy MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2020

The compound that cannot act both as oxidising and reducing agent is :

  1. A H<sub>3</sub>PO<sub>4</sub> Correct answer
  2. B H<sub>2</sub>SO<sub>3</sub>
  3. C H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>
  4. D HNO<sub>2</sub>

Solution

In H<sub>3</sub>PO<sub>4</sub>, P is present in +5 oxidation state and it can act as reducing agent only.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Redox Reactions · Topic: Oxidation States

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