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Write balanced half-reactions and the net ionic equation for the spontaneous reaction involving copper, (Cu(s)

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Cu(s) + AgNO3
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Copper is more magnetic with electrons than silver is because it's electrons (with fewer of them) are close to the nucleus (or whatever you call it) of the element. Silver is more apt to lose its electrons with them being so far away.

Copper is more often found in a +2 state. So I'd say that's a safe bet to go with. I'd only assume a +1 state if your teacher said so.

So therefore: 2AgNO3 + Cu Rightwards Arrow Cu(NO3)2 + 2 Ag would probably be your best bet.

But once again, it's been a long time since I used this so I don't know how right I might be.
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Cu(s) + AgNO3(aq) = CuNO3 + Ag
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Can someone help with the half reactions part
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