Assignment:
In the following reaction, identify the oxidizing and reducing agents.
Cd + NiO2 + 2H2O to Cd(OH)2 + Ni(OH)2
a) Cd+2 is the reducing agent, NiO2 is the oxidizing agent.
b) Cd is the reducing agent, H2O is the oxidizing agent.
c) Cd is the reducing agent, NiO2 is the oxidizing agent.
d) Cd is the reducing agent, O2 is the oxidizing agent.
e) Cd is the oxidizing agent, NiO2 is the reducing agent.