The oxidizing agent in the equation S + 2H 2 SO 4 ⟶ 3SO 2 + 2H 2 O is:

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The oxidizing agent in the equation S + 2H2SO4 ⟶ 3SO2 + 2H2O is:

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Sulphuric acid

Reason — Sulphuric acid donates oxygen atoms to sulphur, leading to the formation of SO2 and water (H2O). Thus, sulphuric acid acts as an oxidizing agent.

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