Chlorine reacts with iron(II) ions. $2\text{Fe}^{2+}(aq) + \text{Cl}_2(g) \rightarrow 2\text{Fe}^{3+}(aq) + 2\text{Cl}^-(aq)$ Which of the following statements about this reaction is correct?
- AChlorine is reduced by iron(II) ions.
- BChlorine is the reducing agent.
- CIron(II) ions are reduced by chlorine.
- DIron(II) ions are the oxidising agent.