Identify the reducing agent in the following redox reaction: Mg(s) + 2HCl(aq) → MgCl₂(aq) + H₂(g) A) Mg(s) B) H⁺(aq) C) Cl^-(aq) D) H₂(g) E) MgCl₂(aq)

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In the given reaction, magnesium (Mg) is oxidized to form magnesium chloride and hydrogen gas. The oxidation state of Mg changes from 0 to +2, which means Mg has lost electrons and has been oxidized. Therefore, Mg is the reducing agent as it causes the reduction of H+ ions to hydrogen gas by donating electrons to it.

Identify the Reducing Agent in the Following Redox Reaction