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In the reaction 2Fe + 3Cl₂ → 2FeCl₃, what is the reducing agent?

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Cl₂ Fe Correct FeCl₃ None of these

The reducing agent is oxidized. Fe (0) loses electrons to become Fe (+3) in FeCl₃, reducing Cl₂.

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