Consider the reaction: Zn(s)+ H₂SO₄(aq)→ ZnSO₄(aq)+ H₂(g)Which species is oxidized, and how many electrons are transferred per atom of zinc that reacts?

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Zinc is oxidized because it goes from an elemental form (0 charge) to a +2 charge in ZnS. Each atom of zinc that reacts transfers 2 electrons as it loses its two valence electrons in the reaction.

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Consider the Reaction: Zn(s)+ H₂SO₄(aq)→ ZnSO₄(aq)+ H₂(g)Which Species Is Oxidized