In the reaction 2Cr + 3CuCl₂ → 2CrCl₃ + 3Cu, which species is reduced?
Reduction involves electron gain. Cu (+2 in CuCl₂) gains electrons to become Cu (0).
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Chemistry > Chapter 7: Redox Reactions > Topic: Types of Redox Reactions - Combination Decomposition Displacement