Question
In the following reaction, what element is losing mass? Mg(s) + CuSO4(aq) -> MgSO4(aq) + Cu(s) A. Mg B. Cu C.O D. S
Answer
Mg
- Identify the reaction as a chemical equation. A: Mg(s) + CuSO4(aq) -> MgSO4(aq) + Cu(s)
- Determine which element is losing mass. A: In this reaction, magnesium (Mg) is losing mass as it is being oxidized to form magnesium sulfate (MgSO4).