What is the function of sulphur (IV) oxide in the reaction represented by the following...

CHEMISTRY
WAEC 1998

What is the function of sulphur (IV) oxide in the reaction represented by the following equation? SO2(aq) + 2H2S(g) → 3S (s) + 2H2O (l)

  • A. Dehydrating agent
  • B. Oxidising agent
  • C. Bleaching agent
  • D. Acid

Correct Answer: B. Oxidising agent



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