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Interpretation:
Term disproportionation reaction has to be explained and also the reaction that fits into the description of disproportionation reaction has to be identified.
Explanation of Solution
Disproportionation reaction is a type of reaction where a substance can act as a reducing agent as well as an oxidizing agent since an atom in the substance reacts to give atoms having and lower oxidation states.
Reason for correct option:
In option (b), Chlorine in
In option (c),
In option (d), Nitrogen atom of nitrite
In option (e), Magnesium in
In option (f), Gold in
Therefore, correct options are (b), (c), (d), (e) and (f).
Reason for in-correct option:
In option (a), Iodine atom in
Here, oxidizing and reducing agents are different substance. Hence, it is not a disproportionation reaction.
Therefore, incorrect option is (a).
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