Question

What products are formed from the reaction of cl2(g) with i(aq)?

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Answer: option d. I₂ and Cl⁻(aq)

Justification:

Since chlorine (Cl) is a stronger oxididizing agent than iodine (I), and I⁻ is a stronger reducing agent than Cl⁻, you can predict that the Cl₂ will accept electrons from I⁻:

- Cl₂ will be reduced (gain electrons), while

- I⁻ will be oxidized (lose electrons).

This is the oxidation-reduction reaction:

Cl₂ + 2e⁻ → 2Cl⁻

2I⁻ → I₂ + 2e⁻

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Cl₂ + 2I⁻ → 2Cl⁻ + I₂ .