Practice question
Question
In 2FeSO₄ + H₂O₂ + H₂SO₄ → Fe₂(SO₄)3 + 2H₂O, which species is reduced?
Explanation
H₂O₂ (O: -1 to -2 in H₂O) gains electrons, oxidizing Fe (+2 to +3).
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