Question

In a redox reaction- A2+ plus B gives B2+plus A . which one is oxidising agent

Answer 1

Oxidising agent in a redox reaction- A2+ plus B gives B2+plus A

Explanation:

In the given reaction

$A^{2+} + B --> B^{2+} + A$

• The oxidation state of the reactant $A^{2+}$ is +2.
• Oxidation state of reactant B is zero.
• Oxidation state of product A is zero
• Oxidation state of product $B^{2+}$ is +2.

From the above points, it can be said that  A is reduced and B is oxidized.

So, the one which itself is reduced act as an oxidising agent and the reactant that itself gets oxidised act as reducing agent.

Hence, $A^{2+}$ is Oxidising agent.