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If a metal(Cu) is negatively charged, and is put to touch an another neutral metal(Zn), the extra charges are shared by both metal.
But, doesn't zinc tend to lose e-?
But, doesn't zinc tend to lose e-?
Yes, zinc is a reactive metal and tends to lose electrons in chemical reactions.
Zinc has a relatively low ionization energy, meaning it requires less energy to remove an electron from its outer shell compared to other elements.
The electron configuration of zinc is [Ar]3d104s2, meaning it has two electrons in its outermost shell.
Yes, zinc can gain electrons in certain reactions, such as in the formation of zinc sulfide (ZnS).
Zinc's ability to easily lose electrons makes it more reactive, as it is more likely to form compounds with other elements to gain stability.