Question

Identify the correct statement regarding the reaction Zn + 2HCI gives raise to ZnCl2 + H2
1.Zinc is acting as a reductant
2.Chlorine is acting as a reductant
3.Hydrogen ion is acting as a catalyst
4.Zinc is acting as an oxidant​

Answer 1

Answer:

Some metals react with acid and replace hydrogen from the acid.

since they are more reactive than hydrogen in the electro - chemical reactivity series.

so here Zinc is acting as reducing agent or called reductant.

and Hydrogen ion is acting as an oxidant.

so both option (c) and (d) are correct.

Answer 2

Answer:

here Zn acts as reducing agent as it is under going oxidation and Zn also acts as oxidant