Explain half-reactions to show the balanced total reaction

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Balance the redox reaction below, assuming that it takes place in an acidic aqueous solution. MnO4 - (aq) + SO3 2- (aq) ---> MnO2 (s) + SO4 2- (aq) a) Write out and label the oxidation half-reaction and the reduction half-reaction. b)Combine your balanced half-reactions to show the balanced total reaction. c)What is the oxidizing agent? What is the reducing agent?

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