In the redox reaction represented by the following equation: Cu²+aq + Zn(s) → Cu(s) + Zn²+

A. the oxidation number of copper increases
B. copper (ll) ions are reduced to copper atoms
C. zinc atoms are reduced to zinc ions
D. copper (ll) ions donate electrons to zinc atoms

Correct Answer:

Option B – copper (ll) ions are reduced to copper atoms