Chemistryhard · Past Paper
In the reaction 2FeCl2 + Cl2 -> 2FeCl3, Chlorine acts as:
AReducing agent
BOxidizing agent
CCatalyst
DPromoter
✓ Correct Answer: B — Oxidizing agent
Chlorine causes iron to lose an electron (oxidizes Fe2+ to Fe3+).
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