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Q · Chemical EquationsMedium · 45s
Which reaction is an example of both displacement and redox?
TopicChemical Equations
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Zinc displaces copper; Zn is oxidised, Cu²⁺ is reduced.
Final Answer: Option A — Zn + CuSO₄ → ZnSO₄ + Cu