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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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A substance that donates electrons in a redox reaction is called:
Options
A an oxidizing agent
B a reducing agent
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C a catalyst
D an electrolyte
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A reducing agent is the species that donates electrons (is itself oxidized) in a redox reaction, thereby causing the other species to be reduced.

Hint

The agent that gets oxidized is the one that causes reduction.

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