Question

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Consider the half reaction below.

Cu^2 (aq) 2e^- ->Cu(s)

Which statement best describes what is taking place?

Copper is being oxidized.

Copper is being reduced.

Copper is losing electrons.

Copper is a reducing agent.

Answer 1

Answer: Copper is being reduced

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

Answer: The correct answer is copper is getting reduced.

Step-by-step explanation:

Oxidation reaction is defined as the reaction in which an atom looses its electrons. Here, oxidation state of the atom increases. These reaction are shown by reducing agents.

`X\rightarrow X^(n+)+ne^-`

Reduction reaction is defined as the reaction in which an atom gains electrons. Here, the oxidation state of the atom decreases. These reactions are shown by oxidizing agents.

`X^(n+)+ne^-\rightarrow X`

For the given chemical reaction:

`Cu^(2+)(aq.)+2e^-\rightarrow Cu(s)`

Here, copper atom is gaining 2 electrons to form copper metal. Thus, it is undergoing reduction reaction and is getting reduced.