Question

what is oxidizing agent

Answer 1

An oxidizing agent, or oxidant, gains electrons and is reduced in a chemical reaction. Also known as the electron acceptor, the oxidizing agent is normally in one of its higher possible oxidation states because it will gain electrons and be reduced.

Answer 2

Oxidant or oxidizing agent is a species that accept electrons and itself gets reduced to lower oxidation state.. Oxidant is an electron acceptor..