Consider the redox reaction

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Problem

2\,\text{Al}(s) + 3\,\text{Cu}^{2+}(aq) \to 2\,\text{Al}^{3+}(aq) + 3\,\text{Cu}(s)

. In a particulate diagram, the reactant side correctly shows two Al atoms and three

\text{Cu}^{2+}

ions. The product side, however, contains two

\text{Al}^{3+}

ions, two Cu atoms, and one leftover

\text{Cu}^{2+}

ion. List every inconsistency present and state how each should be corrected so the diagram accurately represents the balanced reaction.