Which of the following are typically TRUE of an oxidizing agent?
1.It causes oxidation.
2.It gains electron(s).
3.It is the reduced substance.
A)1 and 2 only
B)1 and 3 only
C)2 and 3 only
D)All of 1,2,and 3
E)Neither 1,2,or 3

Question

Which of the following are typically TRUE of an oxidizing agent? 
1.It causes oxidation.
2.It gains electron(s).
3.It is the reduced substance.
A)1 and 2 only
B)1 and 3 only
C)2 and 3 only
D)All of 1,2,and 3
E)Neither 1,2,or 3

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

An oxidizing agent causes oxidation by gaining electrons, and in the process, it is reduced. Thus, all three statements are true of an oxidizing agent.

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