Which of the following reactions is an oxidation process?
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A.
2H(^+) + 2e(^-) (to) H(_2) -
B.
2O(^{2-}) + 4e(^-) (to) O(_2) -
C.
OCl(^-) + H(_2)O + 2e(^-) (to) 2OH(^-) + Cl(^-) -
D.
Cl + e(^-) (to) Cl(^-)
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
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