Question

Which of the following is INCORRECT with respect to given reaction?

\[\ce{C6H12O6 + 6O2 -> 6CO2 + 6H2O}\]

Options

• This is combustion reaction.

• This is an example of redox reaction.

• The oxidation state of H remains the same in the reactant and the product.

• Change in oxidation state of C is from 0 to −4.

Answer 1

Change in oxidation state of C is from 0 to −4.

Explanation:

\[\ce{C6H12O6 + 6O2 -> 6CO2 + 6H2O + energy}\]
 ↑                     ↑               ↑ ↑               ↑
 0                     0            +4 −2          −2