In the interconversion shown below, one carbon atom in the molecule can be thought of as being

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In the interconversion shown below, one carbon atom in the molecule can be thought of as being oxidized, while another carbon atom in the molecule can be thought of as being reduced. These two carbon atoms are highlighted in red and blue. 

Which gets oxidized and which gets reduced? Supply proof.

H H H H   H H -   :O:  imatio  H

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Introductory Chemistry Atoms First

ISBN: 9780321927118

5th Edition

Authors: Steve Russo And Michael Silver

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