Which substance is the oxidizing agent in this redox reaction? Br⁻(aq) + MnO₄⁻(aq) → Br₂(l) + Mn²⁺(aq) A) Br ⁻ B) MnO₄⁻ C) Br₂ D) Mn²⁺ E) None of these

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In this redox reaction, the species that is reduced is , which is gaining electrons. Therefore, the oxidizing agent is the species that is being reduced, which is MnO₄^.

Which Substance Is the Oxidizing Agent in This Redox Reaction