Question

Oxidant in a redox reaction:

• A. Shares electrons with a reductant
• B. Accepts electron from a reductant
• C. Gives electron to a reductant
• D. Itself oxidises

Answer 1

The correct option is B Accepts electron from a reductant

Option B is the correct answer.
In a redox reaction, the oxidant or oxidizing agent gains electrons and is reduced whereas the reductant transfers electrons to the oxidant. Thus, in the reaction, the reductant or reducing agent loses electrons and is oxidized.