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Consider the reaction that occurs when copper is added to nitric acid.

Cu(s) + 4HNO3(aq)
→ Cu(NO3)2(aq) + 2NO2(g)+2H20(1)
What is the reducing agent in this reaction?
Cu
NO 3
Cu(NO3)2
NO2​

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Answer:

A ✔️

Step-by-step explanation:

"Cu"

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Cu is the reacting agent in this reaction.
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