Chapter 19, Problem 1PE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

A balanced redox equation is to be stated by combining the half-reactions, $\text{Cu(s)}\to {\text{Cu}}^{\text{+}}(\text{aq})+{\text{e}}^{-}$ and ${\text{Ag}}^{\text{+}}{\text{(aq)+e}}^{-}\to \text{Ag(s)}$. The oxidation half reaction and reduction half reaction are to be identified.

Concept introduction:

Redox reactions are described as the reactions in which electrons are lost by one species, and gained by another species present in the reaction. Reduction is the gain of electrons. Oxidation is the loss of electrons.