Which Substance Is Reduced in This Redox Equation? HF

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which substance is reduced in this redox equation? HF + Cl₂ → F₂ + HCl

• A) HF
• B) Cl₂
• C) F
• D) HCl
• E) None of these

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