reducing agent

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Definition of reducing agent

: a substance that reduces a chemical compound usually by donating electrons

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Genetically engineered bacteria had already been harnessed to replace chemical synthesis of indigo; but this new work has also managed to avoid using the hazardous reducing agents needed to render the dye active. — Diana Gitig, Ars Technica, "A greener shade of blue," 11 Jan. 2018 This is a commercial challenge, the authors admit, but is less toxic than the current reliance on reducing agents. — Diana Gitig, Ars Technica, "A greener shade of blue," 11 Jan. 2018

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reducing agent

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Medical Definition of reducing agent

: a substance that reduces especially : a substance (as hydrogen, sodium, or hydroquinone) that donates electrons or a share in its electrons to another substance

— called also reductant

— compare oxidizing agent