Question

In copper oxide ( CuO) and carbon monoxide (CO) reaction
a) Co is being oxidised
b) CuO is being oxidised
c) Co is being reduced
d) CuO is being reduced​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The Reduction of Copper Oxide by Carbon Monoxide and the Catalytic Oxidation of Carbon Monoxide in the Presence of Copper and Copper Oxide

CuO + CO = Cu + CO2

This is an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction:

CuII + 2 e- → Cu0(reduction)

CII - 2 e- → CIV(oxidation)

CuO is an oxidizing agent, CO is a reducing agent.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation: CuO is oxidizing agent. Because here reduction of Cuo happened