Multiple Choice
When a compound is oxidized, it ______ one or more electrons.
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6. Chemical Quantities & Aqueous Reactions
Redox Reactions
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In the reaction Zn → Zn^{2+} + 2e^-, is zinc undergoing oxidation, reduction, or neither?
A
Oxidation
B
Neither
C
Reduction
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Identify the species undergoing change: Zinc (Zn) is converting to Zn^{2+} and releasing 2 electrons (2e^-).
Recall the definitions: Oxidation is the loss of electrons, reduction is the gain of electrons.
Analyze the reaction: Since Zn is losing 2 electrons to form Zn^{2+}, it is losing electrons.
Conclude the process: Losing electrons means zinc is undergoing oxidation.
Therefore, the correct classification of the reaction Zn → Zn^{2+} + 2e^- is oxidation.
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