Question

A disproportionation reaction occurs with a simultaneous oxidation and reduction of the same species in the reaction. Which of the following is NOT a disproportionation reaction?

(A) 2NO₂ + H₂O → HNO₃ + HNO₂

(B) 3S + 2H₂O → SO₂ + 2H₂S

(C) NH₄NO₃ → N₂O + 2H₂O

(D) 3Cl₂ + 6OH^- → 5Cl^- + ClO₃^- + 3H₂O

Answer 1

Correct option: (C) NH₄NO₃ → N₂O + 2H₂O

Explanation: 

NH₄NO₃ → N₂O + 2H₂O is a comproportionation reaction.