Question on: JAMB Chemistry - 2023
Identify the reducing agent in the following reaction:
Zn + CuSO\(_4\) → ZnSO\(_4\) + Cu
A
Cu
B
Zn
C
ZnSO\(_4\)
D
CuSO\(_4\)
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Correct Option: B
In the given reaction:
\[ \text{Zn + CuSO}_4 \rightarrow \text{ZnSO}_4 + \text{Cu} \]
The reducing agent is the substance that undergoes oxidation, losing electrons in the process. In this reaction, zinc (Zn) is oxidized:
\[ \text{Zn} \rightarrow \text{Zn}^{2+} + 2\text{e}^- \]
Here, zinc (Zn) loses electrons and is oxidized to form zinc ions (\(Zn^{2+}\)).
Therefore, the reducing agent in this reaction is Zn.
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