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Charcoal is a good ________ (oxidising reducing) agent.

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To determine whether charcoal is a good oxidizing or reducing agent, we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Understand what charcoal is Charcoal is primarily composed of carbon. It is a form of carbon that is created by heating wood or other organic materials in the absence of oxygen. **Hint:** Remember that charcoal is mainly carbon, which is essential for understanding its chemical behavior. ### Step 2: Define oxidation and reduction ...
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