The Following Set of Redox Reactions Takes Place When Iron

question 163

Multiple Choice

The following set of redox reactions takes place when iron is dipped into a solution of copper ions. Fe → Fe⁺² + 2e-
Cu⁺² + 2e- → Cu
Which of the following describes what is happening with the electrons in the solution?

• A)The iron metal is releasing electrons and they are traveling to the copper ions.
• B)The copper is releasing electrons and they are traveling to the iron ions.
• C)The iron ions are gaining electrons from the copper metal.
• D)The copper ions are releasing electrons and they are traveling to the iron metal.
• E)none of the above

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