Question

Explain MnO2(s) + 4HCl(conc) → MnCl2(aq) + Cl2(g) + 2H2O

Explain Oxidising agent and reducing agent in above reaction​

Answer 1

Explanation:

In the reaction MnO2 + 4HCl -> MnCl2 + Cl2 + 2H2O , Cl (chlorine) is the substance which is oxidized from the HCl, and it is the reducing agent for the MnO2 as well.