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When Zn is added to 'CuSO4' solution, co...

When Zn is added to 'CuSO_4' solution, copper is precipitated because of :

A

reduction of 'Zn'

B

hydrolysis of 'CuSO_4'

C

oxidation of 'Zn'

D

reduction of 'SO_4^(2-)' ions.

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