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Reduction Half-Reaction: MnO4-(aq) → Mn2+(aq)

Oxidation Half-Reaction: Cl-(aq) → Cl2(g)

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Q: The following reaction takes place in an acidic solution. MnO4–(aq) + Cl–(aq) Mn2+ + Cl2(g) (unbalanced) Write the reduction and oxidation half-reactions (without electrons). :(?
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