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What happens in a disproportionation reaction?
AOne element is oxidized only
BOne element is reduced only
CThe same element is both oxidized and reduced
DTwo different elements are reduced
✓ Correct Answer: C — The same element is both oxidized and reduced
Disproportionation is a specific type of redox reaction where an element in one oxidation state is simultaneously oxidized and reduced.
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