In these equations, figure out which atoms loses electrons and which atoms gain electrons. Use net ionic equations when possible.

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e.cociuba · Answer

d.) 2Al(s) + 3CuSO4(aq) -----> Al2(SO4)3(aq) + 3Ca(s)

anonymous · Answer

split CuSO4 into its positive and negative ions
wait- CuSO4 or CaSO4?
it doesn't really make a difference, but you might want to fix that

anonymous · Answer

and look at your periodic table

anonymous · Answer

@e.cociuba

e.cociuba · Answer

It's CuSO4

anonymous · Answer

so split it into its positive and negative ions
then you can see from your reaction that Al replaces Cu

e.cociuba · Answer

I'm officially confused.

e.cociuba · Answer

Nvm... I will ask my professor to go over this w/ me. Thanks for all the help! I appreciate it! :)

anonymous · Answer

here, let me show you @e.cociuba 
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