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why is the reaction between potassium (k) and chlorine (cl) considered an oxidation-reduction reaction?

k(s) + cl2(g) → 2kcl(s)

chlorine reduces in size when it reacts with potassium.
chlorine takes electrons from potassium in the reaction.
potassium reduces in strength when it bonds with chlorine.
potassium takes chlorine's place in the reaction.

Which statement explains which component is likely to be more powerful in explaining a scientific phenomenon? a) component c, because a theory is often passed on possibility and not certainty b) component d, because a hypothesis is often based on possibility not certainty c) component c, because the ability to explain several occurrences in the natural world is a characteristic of a hypothesis d) component d, because the ability to explain several occurrences in the natural world is a characteristic of a theory