Which ions in the following reaction would be classified as spectator ions?
Zn + 2H⁺ + 2Cl $\rarr$ Zn²⁺ + 2Cl^- + H₂

Question

Which ions in the following reaction would be classified as spectator ions? Zn + 2H⁺ + 2Cl$\rarr$ Zn²⁺ + 2Cl^- + H₂

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The ions Cl- and F- are the only ones that appear on both sides of the equation, indicating that they do not participate in the reaction and are therefore spectator ions. The other ions (Zn2+, H+, and HS-) are involved in the formation of the products and are not considered spectator ions.

Which Ions in the Following Reaction Would Be Classified as Spectator