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Question
With reference to the equation : Cl2 + H2S → 2HCl + S pertaining to a redox reaction – select the correct answer.
Chlorine acts as an ______ agent.
Options
oxidising
reducing
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Solution
Chlorine acts as an oxidising agent.
Oxidising agent [∵ reduced]
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