Q.

Which of the following statements is incorrect?

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a

The reactants, which undergo oxidation and reduction are called reductant and oxidant respectively

b

In redox reaction, the oxidation number of oxidant increases, while that of reductant decreases

c

HNO2 acts as an oxidizing as well as reducing agent

d

Oxidation is the process, in which electrons are lost

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

Oxidant = Oxidizing agent = Reduces itself by decreasing oxidation number.Reductant = Reducing agent = Oxidizes itself by increasing oxidation number.
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