Identify the Reducing Agent in the Following Redox Reaction

question 130

Multiple Choice

Identify the reducing agent in the following redox reaction:
Zn(s) + 2AgNO₃(aq) → Zn(NO₃) ₂(aq) + 2Ag(s)

• A) Zn(s)
• B) Ag⁺(aq)
• C) Ag(s)
• D) NO₃^-(aq)
• E) Zn²⁺(aq)

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