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Whats the oxidizing agent in this reaction? Zn+ 2MnO2+2H2O -> Zn(OH)2 +2MnO(OH)

Whats the oxidizing agent in this reaction?
Zn+ 2MnO2+2H2O -> Zn(OH)2 +2MnO(OH)
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Answer:- MnO2 (Mn4+ to Mn3+)

before the explanation of the answer, let's understand what is an oxidizing agent

It is a type of agent that cause oxidation by taking electrons from other species and also it will reduce itself

Zn+ 2MnO2+2H2O ------> Zn(OH)2 +2MnO(OH)

Zn is reducing agent here (Zn to Zn2+)

And MnO2 is oxidizing agent here (Mn4+ to Mn3+)

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