In the reaction 2FeCl2 + Cl2→ 2FeCl3, chlorine may be regarded as
(A) an oxidizing agent
(B) a reducing agent
(C) a catalyst
(D) providing an inert medium
Correct option (A) an oxidizing agent
Explanation:
Addition of any electronegative element is oxidation.Here Cl2 undergoes reduction,thus, Cl2 is an oxidizing agent.
