Based on the equation below, which is correct? 2 C2H2(g)  +  5 O2(g)  →  4 CO2(g)  +  2 H2O(g) Group of answer choices A.) The oxidation state of O in O2(g) increases from 0 to -2. B.) C2H2(g) is reduced C.) O2(g) is the reducing agent. D.) C2H2(g) is oxidized

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Based on the equation below, which is correct?

2 C2H2(g)  +  5 O2(g)  →  4 CO2(g)  +  2 H2O(g)

Group of answer choices

A.) The oxidation state of O in O2(g) increases from 0 to -2.

B.) C2H2(g) is reduced

C.) O2(g) is the reducing agent.

D.) C2H2(g) is oxidized

 
 
 
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