In the reaction 2Al + 3F₂ $\to$ 2AlF₃, the aluminum A) is reduced. B) gains electrons. C) is oxidized. D) is the catalyst.

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In the given reaction, aluminum (Al) is combined with fluorine (F) to form aluminum fluoride (AlF3). This reaction involves the transfer of electrons from aluminum to fluorine, resulting in the oxidation of aluminum. Therefore, option C (Al is oxidized) is the correct answer. Option A (Al is reduced) is incorrect because reduction involves a gain of electrons, which is not happening in this reaction. Option B (Al gains electrons) is also incorrect for the same reason. Option D (Al acts as a catalyst) is not valid as there is no indication in the given reaction that aluminum is acting as a catalyst.

In the Reaction 2Al + 3F2 →\to→ 2AlF3, the Aluminum A) Is Reduced

In the Reaction 2Al + 3F₂ $\to$ 2AlF₃, the Aluminum
A) Is Reduced