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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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A reactant containing element that is oxidized is called
Options
A reducing agent
Correct Answer
B oxidizing agent
C hydrogen
D sublime
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A reducing agent is a substance that donates electrons (is itself oxidized) and causes another substance to be reduced.

Hint

The agent that gets oxidized causes reduction in another species.

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