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e reaction
Fe(s) + 2 Ag+ (aq) ► Fe2+ (aq) + 2 Ag(s)
Which species is oxidized and which is reduced?
is oxidized.
is reduced

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Step-by-step explanation:

Fe(s) + 2Ag⁺ (aq.) → Fe²⁺(aq.) + 2Ag(s)

Here,

Fe is oxidised to Fe²⁺ (Loss of electron = oxidation)

And

Ag⁺ is reduced to Ag (Gain of electron = reduction)

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