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The chemistry of corrosion of iron is essentially an electrochemical phenomenon. Explain the reactio:rs occurring during the corrosion of iron in the atmosphere.

A

Fe is oxidised to `Fe^(2+)` and dissolved oxygen in water is reduced to `O^(-)H`

B

Fe is oxidised to `Fe^(3+)` and `H_2 O` is reduced to `O_2^(2-)`

C

Fe is oxidised to `Fe^(2+)` and `H_2 O` is reduced to `O_2^(-)`

D

Fe is oxidised to `Fe^(2+)` and `H_2O` is reduced to `O_2`

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Properties of ionic solid
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