In Any Redox Reaction, an Electron Donor Is

Question

In any redox reaction, an electron donor is
A) The reducing agent
B) The oxidizing agent
C) Reduced as it accepts electrons
D) All of the above are correct
E) None of the above are correct

Accepted Answer

The electron donor in a redox reaction is the reducing agent because it donates electrons to another species, thereby reducing the other species while itself being oxidized.