Identify what is oxidized in Mg (s) + Cu (NO3) 2 (aq) - - > Mg (NO3) 2 (aq) + Cu (s)

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Erik Conrad

29 August, 10:36

Identify what is oxidized in Mg (s) + Cu (NO3) 2 (aq) - - > Mg (NO3) 2 (aq) + Cu (s)

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Jair Hudson · Answer 1

Oxidized means this atom loses electrons and the valence increases. In this reaction, the atom that has the change of valence is Mg and Cu2+. The valence of Mg change from 0 to + 2 and the valence of Cu change from + 2 to 0. So the Mg is oxidized in this reaction.