oxidation-reduction?

Question

2CrO^2-(aq) + 2H_2O(l) + 6ClO^-(aq) -> 2CrO_4^2-(aq) + 3Cl_2(g) + 4OH^-(aq)


Identify the following statements about the above equation as true or false.

A) ClO- is the reducing agent.
B) CrO2- is the oxidizing agent.
C) Electron transfer occurs from ClO- to CrO2-
D) ClO- is being oxidized.
E) ClO- is being reduced.

From my homework. My main problem is classifying ClO-.. .any help with this problem would be FANTASTIC. thanks

Answer 1

ClO- is the oxidising agent, and it is being reduced. Therefore it is gaining electrons from the chromite, the reducing agent.