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Question 2 of 30

Which of the following is a reduction half-reaction?
OA. Cl₂(1)→ Cl₂(s)
OB. 2Cl + 2e → Cl₂
OC. Cl₂ → 2Cl + 2e
OD. 2C1+ + 2e → Cl₂
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Answer: D

Step-by-step explanation:

Reduction involves the gaining of electrons.

  • This eliminates choices A and C.

However, charge must be balanced, and this is not the case for choice B, but it is the case for choice D

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