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In the oxidation-reduction reaction to form NaCl, which substance is oxidized and which is reduced?

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2Na + Cl₂ ---> 2NaCl


Oxidation:
Na ----> Na⁺ + e⁻

Reduction:
Cl₂ + 2e⁻ ---> 2Cl⁻

Na is oxidized
Cl₂ is reducted

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