What Is the Reducing Agent in the Following Reaction? Mg

question 55

Multiple Choice

What is the reducing agent in the following reaction? Mg + NiO₂ + 2H₂O → Mg(OH) ₂ + Ni(OH) ₂

• A) Mg
• B) NiO₂
• C) H₂O
• D) Mg(OH)₂
• E) Ni(OH)₂

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