Which of the following statements is correct regarding redox reactions?
Chemistry · Class 11 · CBSE — Redox Reactions
Which of the following statements is correct regarding redox reactions?
- An increase in oxidation number of an element is called reduction.
- A decrease in oxidation number of an element is called oxidation.
- A reagent which lowers the oxidation number of an element in a given substance is reductant.
- A reagent which increases the oxidation number of an element in a given substance is reductant.
Answer
(C) A reagent which lowers the oxidation number of an element in a given substance is reductant.
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