Consider the Zn (s) + Cu+2 (aq) Zn+2 (aq) + Cu (s) system. Which element was the electron acceptor? A) zinc B) copper

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1 February, 02:22

Consider the Zn (s) + Cu+2 (aq) Zn+2 (aq) + Cu (s) system. Which element was the electron acceptor? A) zinc B) copper

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Willow Rodriguez · Answer 1

B) copper.

Explanation:

The reaction: Zn + Cu²⁺ → Zn²⁺ + Cu.

Zn losses 2 electrons and converts to Zn²⁺.

Cu²⁺ gains 2 electrons and converts to Cu.

So, the electron acceptor element is copper.

The right choice is: B) copper.