Question

Which element is most likely to be reduced in a reaction?(1 point)
Responses

hydrogen
hydrogen

magnesium
magnesium

sodium
sodium

oxygen
oxygen

Answer 1

In a chemical reaction, reduction refers to the gain of electrons by a substance. Among the elements listed, oxygen is the most likely to be reduced. This is because oxygen typically gains electrons to form oxides, whereas hydrogen, magnesium, and sodium tend to lose electrons. Therefore, the correct response is:

**oxygen**