What element is oxidized in the following chemical reaction? Cu + 2H2SO4 → CuSO4 + SO2 + 2H2O

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What element is oxidized in the following chemical reaction?
Cu + 2H2SO4 → CuSO4 + SO2 + 2H2O

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