Which element is oxidized in the reaction below?
Fe(CO) ₅ (l) + 2HI (g) → Fe(CO) ₄I₂ (s) + CO (g) + H₂ (g)

Question

Which element is oxidized in the reaction below? Fe(CO)₅ (l)+ 2HI (g)→ Fe(CO)₄I₂ (s)+ CO (g)+ H₂ (g) A)C B)O C)H D)Fe E)I

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In the given reaction, iron (Fe) goes from a compound where it is not directly bonded to iodine (I), to one where it is bonded to iodine, indicating that its oxidation state changes, which means it is oxidized. The other elements either do not change their oxidation state or are reduced (like iodine).

Which Element Is Oxidized in the Reaction Below