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In a reaction, `H_(2)O +C rarr CO +H_(2)`

A

`H_(2)O` is the reducing agent

B

`H_(2)O` is the oxidising agent

C

Carbon is the oxidising agent

D

Oxidation-reduction does not occur

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The correct Answer is:
B
Hydrogen get reduced from `-1` to 0. So `H_(2)O` acts as an oxidising agent.
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