Consider the reaction CuO(s) + H₂(g) → Cu(s) + H₂O(l)
In this reaction, which substances are the oxidizing agent and reducing agent, respectively?

Question

Consider the reaction CuO(s) + H₂(g) → Cu(s) + H₂O(l) In this reaction, which substances are the oxidizing agent and reducing agent, respectively?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

CuO acts as the oxidizing agent because it gains electrons from H₂, which is reduced to Cu. H₂ acts as the reducing agent because it donates electrons to CuO, causing it to be oxidized to H₂O.

Consider the Reaction CuO(s) + H2(g) → Cu(s) + H2O(l)

Consider the Reaction CuO(s) + H₂(g) → Cu(s) + H₂O(l)