3Fe2+(aq) + 2Al(s) --> 3Fe(s) + 2Al3+(aq)



Which of the following statements is true about Fe2+?

1.Fe2+ is losing electrons.
2.Fe2+ is oxidized.
3.Fe2+ is the oxidizing agent.
4.Fe2+ is the reducing agent.

1 answer

it gains electrons.
Al loses electrons, it is oxidized, something oxidizing agent gains those electrons.