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1.	Identify the reducing agent in the following reaction:5H2O2 + Br2 → 2HBrO3 + 4H2O
Answer» Br₂ acts as reducing agent in the given reaction, because it reduces hydrogen peroxide into water. H₂O₂ + 2H⁺ + 2e^– → 2H₂O (reduction)

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