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In the reaction shown below, cobalt ...
Co(s) + Ni (C2H302)2(aq) → Co(C2H302)2(aq) + Ni(s)

A) gains electrons and is reduced
B) loses electrons and is oxidised
C) loses electrons and is reduced
D) gains electrons and is oxidised

Respuesta :

B) loses electrons and is oxidised

Its oxidation number is 0 in Co(s) and +2 in Co(C2H302)2(aq), hence it gets oxidised