Chapter 20, Problem 20.30QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reaction between ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}{\text{S and SO}}_{\text{2}}$ form sulphur during volcanic eruption has to be classified.

Concept Introduction:

Redox reactions:

In this reaction transfer of electrons takes place that is both oxidation and reduction occurs simultaneously.  Oxidation is loss of electrons and reduction is gain of electrons in a reaction.