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What is oxidized in the reaction represented by the following equation? 3CU + 8HNO3 →…

What is oxidized in the reaction represented by the following equation? 3CU + 8HNO3 → 3Cu(NO3)2 + 2NO + 4H2O
  • A.
    Oxygen
  • B.
    Hydrogen
  • C.
    Nitrogen
  • D.
    Copper
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation