Mg+CuO→MgO+Cu Which of the following is wrong relating to the above reaction?
A
CuO gets reduced
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B
Mg gets oxidised
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C
CuO gets oxidised
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D
It is a redox reaction
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Solution
The correct option is A CuO gets oxidised The reaction Mg+CuO→MgO+Cu is a redox reaction. CuO loses an O atom to form Cu. Thus, it is reduced. Mg gains an O atom. Thus, it is oxidized.