A. H2O is the substance reduced.
H2O + 2e^(-) →H_2 + 2OH^(-)
The substance that gains electrons is reduced.
Remember OIL <em>RIG </em>(<em>R</em>eduction <em>I</em>s <em>G</em>ain of electrons) and
LEO the lion says <em>GER</em> (<em>G</em>ain of <em>E</em>lectrons is <em>R</em>eduction).
What is the oxidation number of iodine in kio4? -7?
Answer:
iron, graphite,NaCl solution etc are some examples of good conductor of electricity