⟩ Which of the following is true of an oxidation reaction
1. in an electrolytic cell, oxidation takes place at the cathode
2. in the following reaction, bromine is oxidized Br2 + 2e- à 2Br-
3. in a chemical reaction, the substance that is being oxidized is also known as the reducing agent
4. in a chemical reaction, the substance that is being oxidized is also known as the oxidizing agent
Answer: B