What is the total number of electrons lost in the substance oxidised in the reaction below? Zn (s) + 2HNO3 (aq) → Zn(NO3)2 (aq) + H2 (g)   Question 6 options: A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4

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What is the total number of electrons lost in the substance oxidised in the reaction below?

Zn (s) + 2HNO3 (aq) → Zn(NO3)2 (aq) + H2 (g)
 

Question 6 options:

A)

1

B)

2

C)

3

D)

4

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