Chapter 14, Problem 1SC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

In a redox reaction, the oxidizing agent is to be predicted.

Concept Introduction:

Oxidation is the addition of an electronegative element or the removal of an electropositive element in the chemical reaction.

Reduction is the addition of an electropositive element or the removal of an electronegative element in the chemical reaction.

The chemical reaction in which oxidation and reduction takes place simultaneously is called a redox reaction.