Question

In the reaction represented by the equation:

\[\ce{MnO2 + 4HCl -> MnCl2 + 2H2O + Cl2}\]

1. name the substance oxidised.
2. name the oxidising agent.
3. name the substance reduced.
4. name the reducing agent.

Answer 1

1. Hydrochloric acid (HCl)
2. Manganese dioxide (MnO₂)
3. Manganese dioxide (MnO₂)
4. Hydrochloric acid (HCl)