In the reaction: $2Fe^{3+} + Sn^{2+} \rightarrow 2Fe^{2+} + Sn^{4+}$, which species is the reducing agent?

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$Sn^{2+}$. The reducing agent is the species that loses electrons (is oxidized). Sn²⁺ loses two electrons to become Sn⁴⁺, so it is oxidized and acts as the reducing agent. Fe³⁺ gains electrons to become Fe²⁺, making it the oxidizing agent.

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A) $Fe^{3+}$

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B) $Fe^{2+}$

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C) $Sn^{2+}$

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D) $Sn^{4+}$

In the reaction: $2Fe^{3+} + Sn^{2+} \rightarrow 2Fe^{2+} + Sn^{4+}$, which species is the reducing agent?

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