In the reaction Cl2 + 2KI --> 2KCl + I2 What substance is being oxidized?

1 Answer
Apr 22, 2018

Iodine

Explanation:

#Cl_2 + 2KI -> 2KCl + I_2#

#Cl#, Chlorine is being reduced..

While #I#, Iodine is being oxidized..

Oxidation addition of electronegative elements or increase in oxidation number..

Reduction, addition of electropositive elements or decrease in oxidation number..

Or vice versa!