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Explain why zinc replaces copper from copper sulphate ?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Reaction**: When zinc (Zn) is added to copper sulfate (CuSO₄), a chemical reaction occurs. The reaction can be represented as: \[ \text{Zn} + \text{CuSO}_4 \rightarrow \text{ZnSO}_4 + \text{Cu} \] In this reaction, zinc displaces copper from copper sulfate. ...
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