Which species is the reducing agent in the reaction Pb(s) + 2Ag⁺(aq) → Pb²⁺(aq) + 2Ag(s)?

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In the given reaction, lead (Pb) is being oxidized from its elemental state (Pb(s)) to Pb²⁺(aq), indicating a loss of electrons. The species causing this oxidation is the oxidizing agent, which is Ag⁺(aq) as it is being reduced to Ag(s), indicating a gain of electrons. Therefore, Pb(s) is the reducing agent in the reaction.

Which Species Is the Reducing Agent in the Reaction Pb(s)