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Standard VIII
Chemistry
Introduction to oxidation and reduction
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The substance that gets oxidised in a chemical reaction is known as a/an ______ agent.
A
oxidising
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B
reducing
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C
hydrating
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D
combining
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The correct option is
B
reducing
A substance which reduces other substances and itself get oxidised is known as reducing agent.
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