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What is a reducing agent?

Options

  1. AA substance that increases the oxidation number of an element
  2. BA substance that lowers the oxidation number of an element
  3. CA substance that donates electrons
  4. DA substance that accepts electrons

Correct answer

B. A substance that lowers the oxidation number of an element

Step-by-step solution

A reducing agent is a substance that lowers the oxidation number of an element in a given substance, indicating its role in electron donation.

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