Respuesta :
The given question is incomplete. The complete question is:
In the reaction [tex]Zn+CuSO_4\rightarrow Cu+ZnSO_4[/tex], identify the oxidizing and reducing agent.
Answer: reducing agent. : Zn
oxidizing agent : [tex]CuSO_4[/tex]
Explanation:
Oxidation reaction : When there is an increase in oxidation state number.
Reduction reaction : when there is a decrease in oxidation state number.
Zinc metal has undergone oxidation, as its oxidation state is changing from 0 to 2+. Zinc metal is getting converted into zinc ions.
[tex]Cu^{2+}[/tex] ions has undergone reduction, as its oxidation state is changing from +2 to 0. Copper ions are getting converted into copper metal.
The chemical agent which itself get oxidized and reduce others is called reducing agent. [tex]Zn[/tex] is a reducing agent.
The chemical agent which itself get reduced and oxidize others is called oxidizing agent. [tex]CuSO_4[/tex] is an oxidizing agent.
