Which Substance Is the Oxidizing Agent in the Reaction Below

question 113

Multiple Choice

Which substance is the oxidizing agent in the reaction below? Fe(CO) ₅ (l) + 2HI (g) → Fe(CO) ₄I₂ (s) + CO (g) + H₂ (g)

• A)HI
• B)Fe(CO)₅
• C)Fe(CO)₄I₂
• D)CO
• E)H₂

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