Chemistryhard · Past Paper
In the reaction $I_2 + 2S_2O_3^{2-} \rightarrow 2I^- + S_4O_6^{2-}$, iodine is acting as a/an:
AReducing agent
BOxidizing agent
CCatalyst
DAcid
✓ Correct Answer: B — Oxidizing agent
Iodine (I2) gains electrons to become I- (reduction), so it acts as an oxidizing agent.
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