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Question
Hypo is used in photography because it is:
Explanation
Sodium thiosulfate, hypo, dissolves unexposed silver bromide by forming soluble complex [Ag(S2O3)2]3-, fixing image and preventing further darkening. Its complexing ability removes residual photosensitive halide rather than acting as reductant or oxidant.
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