The balanced overall reaction for the single–replacement of copper(II) ions by…
CHEMISTRY · Multi-part · A Level · Chemistry · Oxidation, reduction and redox reactions · Oxidation, reduction and redox reactions
Problem
The balanced overall reaction for the single–replacement of copper(II) ions by aluminum metal in aqueous solution is given below.
2Al(s)+3Cu2+(aq)→2Al3+(aq)+3Cu(s)
Using the information provided, analyze the electron–transfer processes in this reaction.
(1) Part 1: Identify the species that undergoes oxidation.
(2) Part 2: Identify the species that undergoes reduction.
(3) Part 3: State which reactant functions as the oxidizing agent and which functions as the reducing agent.