Well, we might as well try a similar question. Magnesium metal reacts with hydrochloric acid to produce hydrogen gas and an aqueous solution of magnesium (II) chloride. What substance is being oxidized. A)H2(g) B)MgCl2(aq) C)HCl(aq) D)Mg(s)

is being oxidized.

Explanation:

The chemical equation for magnesium metal reacts with hydrochloric acid to produce hydrogen gas and an aqueous solution of magnesium (II) chloride.

Oxidation reaction : When there is a loss of electrons and an increase in oxidation state number.

Reduction reaction : when there is gain of electrons and a decrease in oxidation state number.

Thus is being oxidized.

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