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Identify the reducing agent in the following reaction: Zn + CuSO\(_4\) → ZnSO\(_4\) + Cu

Chemistry
JAMB 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 Answer: Option B
Explanation

The reducing agent is the species that undergoes oxidation and causes the reduction of another species. In this reaction, zinc (Zn) is being oxidized to form zinc sulfate (ZnSO\(_4\)) while reducing copper sulfate (CuSO\(_4\)) to copper (Cu).

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