18) Which species functions as the oxidizing agent in the following reduction-oxidation reaction? Zn(s) + Cu2+(aq) ? Cu(s) + Zn2+(aq) A) Zn2+(aq) B) Zn(s) C) Cu2+(aq) D) Cu(s)
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