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Predict whether a compound containing Co3+ would serve as an oxidizing or a reducing agent. Support your prediction.
The compound with Co3+ is a potent reducing agent due to its electron-rich configuration.
The compound with Co3+ is neither an oxidizing nor a reducing agent, given its neutral electron affinity.
The compound with Co3+ acts as an oxidizing agent due to its high effective nuclear charge.
The compound with Co3+ is a reducing agent, as it tends to release electrons.