Question

define oxidize agent and reduction agent​

Answer 1

Answer:

A substance that has the ability to oxidize other substances which accept their electrons is called oxidize agent. Example : oxygen, hydrogen peroxide and the halogens.

A substance which loses electrons to other substances in a redox reaction and gets oxidized to the higher valency state is called a reducing agent.

Example : Lithium,Iodides and Reducing sugars.

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Answer 2

Answer:

oxidizing agent: a substance that tends to bring about oxidation by being reduced and gaining electrons.

reduction agent:a substance that tends to bring about reduction by being oxidized and losing electrons.