Question

In the reaction C zH4 + H2 - e) +4 CHo the carbon atoms are a) oxidized b) reduced c) cannot be determined

Answer 1

Answer: Option (b) is the correct answer.

Explanation:

Reduction is defined as the process in which there occurs gain of hydrogen. Whereas oxidation is defined as the process in which there occurs loss of hydrogen.

As the given reaction is as follows.

      $C_{2}H_{4} + H_{2} \rightarrow C_{2}H_{6}$

Since, hydrogen is being added in this chemical reaction. It means that reduction is taking place and carbon atom is reduced.

Thus, we can conclude that in the given reaction carbon atoms are reduced.