Question

In the reaction, C + 2 S arrow CS2, the substance that is the oxidizing agent is:
Answer

the C

the S

the CS2

both the C and the S

A??
C???

Answer 1

@Abmon98

Answer 2

okay sulfur is the oxidizing agent because if we have a look at its electronic configuration and compare it with the carbon its easier for sulfur to gain electrons(reduced)
S: 2,8,6
C: 2,4

Answer 3

oh....
huh
I just thought you had to look on either side of the equation and see what elements were less and which were the same

Answer 4

thanks for your help!

Answer 5

your welcome :)