Consider the Following Balanced Redox Reaction

question 28

Multiple Choice

Consider the following balanced redox reaction. Mn²⁺(aq) + S₂O8²⁻(aq) + 2H₂O(l) → MnO₂(s) + 4H⁺(aq) + 2SO₄²⁻(aq) Which of the following statements is ?

• A)Mn²⁺(aq) is the oxidizing agent and is reduced.
• B)Mn²⁺(aq) is the oxidizing agent and is oxidized.
• C)Mn²⁺(aq) is the reducing agent and is oxidized.
• D)Mn²⁺(aq) is the reducing agent and is reduced.
• E)Manganese does not change its oxidation number in this reaction.

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