SSC CGL 2023, Chemistry, oxidation_reduction - Questions and Answers

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1.

In the reaction $2Mg + O_2 \rightarrow 2MgO$ , magnesium is:

A

Reduced

B

Oxidised

C

Neither oxidised nor reduced

D

Acting as an oxidising agent

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Correct Answer: B — Oxidised

Explanation:

Magnesium loses electrons to oxygen, so it is oxidised. Oxygen is reduced. This is a redox reaction.