Question

In the chemical reaction given below:-
X⁺ + Y → X + Y⁺
Write half reactions and identify
(i) Oxidizing agent
(ii) Substances reduced

Answer 1

Oxidizing agent and substance reduced is X⁺.

Y --> Y+ + e

X⁺ + e --> X

•Oxidizing agent is a type of chemical which oxidizes others, and

itself gets reduced.

•In the given chemical reaction, X⁺ oxidizes Y to release electrons, and itself gains electrons.

•Thus, it acts as oxidizing agent and is a substance getting reduced.

•Oxidation is process characterized by loss of electron of involving atom or molecule.

•Reduction is characterized by gain of electron by involving atom or molecule.