Question

In the reaction represented by the following equation:

\[\ce{CuO_{(s)} + H2_{(g)} -> Cu_{(s)} + H2O_{(l)}}\]

1. name the substance oxidised
2. name the substance reduced
3. name the oxidising agent
4. name the reducing agent

Answer 1

1. Hydrogen (H₂)
2. Copper oxide (CuO)
3. Copper oxide (CuO)
4. Hydrogen (H₂)