Solutions of sugars such as glucose react with Ag⁺(aq) to produce Ag(s). As which of the following agents does glucose function in this reaction?

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In this reaction, glucose is being oxidized, meaning it loses electrons. The Ag+ ion is being reduced, meaning it gains electrons. Glucose, in this case, is acting as the reducing agent because it is providing electrons to Ag+ to facilitate its reduction. Therefore, the answer is A) the reducing agent.

Solutions of Sugars Such as Glucose React with Ag+(aq) to Produce

Solutions of Sugars Such as Glucose React with Ag⁺(aq) to Produce