Choose the correct options related to the chemical reaction given below. $Cu (s) + 2 {AgNO}_{3} (aq) \to Cu {({NO}_{3})}_{2} (aq) + 2 Ag (s)$

Copper is getting reduced.

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Copper is getting oxidized.

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Silver is getting oxidized.

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Silver is getting reduced.

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Solution

The correct option is D Silver is getting reduced.

Copper is losing 2 electrons. This loss of electrons is called oxidation.

So copper is getting oxidized.

Also in this equation, each atom of silver is gaining 1 electron. Hence, reduction is taking place.

So, silver is getting reduced.

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