OIL RIG: Oxidation Is Loss of electrons, Reduction Is Gain of electrons
In this case Al loses 3 electrons to be come the Al3+ ion. Therefore Al is oxidized.
Serenity R.
asked • 05/07/20what species is being oxidized in this reaction?
2Al + 3CuSO4 = 3Cu + Al2(SO4)3
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