In the given reaction 3Mg + N2 -> Mg3N2:
The oxidized element is N2 (nitrogen). It gains electrons during the reaction and its oxidation state decreases from 0 to -3 in Mg3N2.
The reduced element is Mg (magnesium). It loses electrons during the reaction and its oxidation state increases from 0 to +2 in Mg3N2.
The oxidizing agent is Mg (magnesium). It causes the oxidation of nitrogen by transferring electrons.
The reducing agent is N2 (nitrogen). It causes the reduction of magnesium by transferring electrons.
3Mg + N2 -> Mg3N2
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