Question

In the reaction Hg2Cl2 + Cl2 → 2HgCl2 The reducing agent is
(a) Hg2Cl2
(b) Cl2
(c) HgCl2
(d) Both Cl2 and HgCl2

Answer 1

Answer:

b) Cl2

Explanation:

there is no reducing agent as there is no reduction

Answer 2

Answer:

option (a)

Explanation:

the reaction Hg2Cl2 + Cl2 → 2HgCl2 The reducing agent is

(a) Hg2Cl2

(b) Cl2

(c) HgCl2

(d) Both Cl2 and HgCl2

option (a) correct answer