Question

In the following reaction, which element is oxidized and which is reduced?

Answer 1

The answer to your question is: Iron oxidizes and Copper reduces

Step-by-step explanation:

An element oxidizes when it loses electrons

An element reduces when it gains electrons

Then

Fe ⇒ Fe⁺² Now, is more positive, it loses electrons

Cu⁺² ⇒ Cu Now, is more negative, it gains electrons

Iron oxidizes and Copper reduces