Question 12 • EDG CHEM ES W/LABS2(P) – Q2_9
An oxidizing agent gains electrons, so the stronger oxidizing agent is the species more readily reduced. Cu²⁺ has a more positive standard reduction potential than Cr³⁺, so Cu²⁺ is more likely to gain electrons. Therefore, Cu²⁺ is the stronger oxidizing agent.
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