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Redox Reactions — Chemistry STD 11 Science — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceChemistryRedox Reactions1 Mark
Question
Define the terms oxidant and reductant in terms of electron transfer.
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Answer

  1. Oxidant: Oxidant or oxidising agent is an electron acceptor.
  2. Reductant: Reductant or reducing agent is an electron donor.

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