Show that this reaction for the oxidation of NO2 to nitric acid is balanced in terms of change of oxidation states. Identify the oxidising agent and the reducing agent. Is this a disproportionation or a comproportionation reaction? 3 NO2 + H2O → 2 HNO3 + NO

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Show that this reaction for the oxidation of NO₂ to nitric acid is balanced in terms of change of oxidation states. Identify the oxidising agent and the reducing agent. Is this a disproportionation or a comproportionation reaction?

3 NO₂ + H₂O → 2 HNO₃ + NO

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