how does copper oxidize?

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how does copper oxidize?

2007-03-13 02:15:19 · 3 answers · asked by Theresa 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology

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In either the +1 or +2 oxidation state. Oxidation is the process of changing the valence of an element and it is associated with another element valence state being reduced. The entire process is called a Redox (for reduction oxidation) Reaction.

2007-03-13 07:48:22 · answer #1 · answered by Amphibolite 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Oxygen bonds to the copper.

2007-03-13 10:25:58 · answer #2 · answered by Boris Badenov 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Simply by being in the presence of oxygen.

2007-03-13 10:34:39 · answer #3 · answered by 1ofSelby's 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋