Question

what you mean by oxidising agent and reducing agent?​

Answer 1

In a reaction the element or compound which helps in reduction is called oxidising agent and which helps in oxidation called reducing agent.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Oxidising and reducing agents.An oxidising agent,or oxidant, gains electrons and is reduced in a chemical reaction.A reducing agent,or reductant loses electrons and is oxidised in a chemical reaction.A reducing agent is typically in one of its lower possible oxidation states,and is known as the electron donor.