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Question
Which of the following reactions shows the gain of electrons by a species, indicating reduction?
Explanation
Reduction involves electron gain. In 2FeCl₃ + SnCl₂ → 2FeCl₂ + SnCl₄, Fe (+3) gains an electron to become Fe (+2).
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