In the following reaction, Zn (s)+ CuSO 4 (aq)→ ZnSO 4 (aq)+ Cu (s)

In the reaction, Zn loses electrons and is oxidized, making it the reducing agent. CuSO₄ provides Cu²⁺ ions, which gain electrons and are reduced, making CuSO₄ the oxidizing agent.

In the following reaction, Zn (s)+ CuSO 4 (aq)→ ZnSO 4 (aq)+ Cu (s)

In the reaction, Zn loses electrons and is oxidized, making it the reducing agent. CuSO₄ provides Cu²⁺ ions, which gain electrons and are reduced, making CuSO₄ the oxidizing agent.

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In the Following Reaction

Question 60

Multiple Choice

In the following reaction,
Zn (s) + CuSO₄ (aq) → ZnSO₄(aq) + Cu (s)

A) Zn is the reducing agent and CuSO₄ is the oxidizing agent.
B) CuSO₄ is the reducing agent and Zn is the oxidizing agent.
C) ZnSO₄ is the reducing agent and Cu is the oxidizing agent.
D) Cu²⁺ is the reducing agent and Zn²⁺ is the oxidizing agent.
E) none of the above

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