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Definition of Reducing agent
1. Noun. A substance capable of bringing about the reduction of another substance as it itself is oxidized; used in photography to lessen the density of a negative or print by oxidizing some of the loose silver.
Exact synonyms: Reducer, Reductant
Generic synonyms: Chemical Agent
Specialized synonyms: Hydrazine
Derivative terms: Reduce, Reduce
Generic synonyms: Chemical Agent
Specialized synonyms: Hydrazine
Derivative terms: Reduce, Reduce
Medical Definition of Reducing agent
1. A molecule that donates an electron in an oxidation-reduction reaction. (09 Oct 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Reducing Agent
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