Question

Consider the Zn(s) + Cu*2(aq) ➜>> Zn+2(aq) + Cu(s) system.

The electron donor is the__
agent.
Choices:reducing, oxidizing

Answer 1

The electron donor in the Zn(s) + Cu^2+(aq) —>Zn^2+(aq) + Cu(s) system is zinc (Zn) which is being oxidized. Therefore, the electron donor in this system is the reducing agent.