Consider the Reaction: Cu(s) + 4HNO₃(aq) $\rightarrow$ Cu(NO₃)₂(aq) + 2NO₂(g) + 2OH^-(aq) Which Species Is the Reducing

Multiple Choice

Consider the reaction: Cu(s) + 4HNO₃(aq) $\rightarrow$ Cu(NO₃) ₂(aq) + 2NO₂(g) + 2OH^-(aq) Which species is the reducing agent?

A) OH^-
B) NO₂
C) Cu(NO₃) ₂
D) HNO₃
E) Cu