Question

Balance the reduction half-reaction below in acid solution. How many electrons are in the balanced half-reaction?...

Balance the reduction half-reaction below in acid solution. How many electrons are in the balanced half-reaction?

Cr2O7 2-(aq) → Cr3+(aq)

0 0
Add a comment Improve this question Transcribed image text
Answer #1

when balacing

Cr2O7-2 --> Cr+3

balance Cr

Cr2O7-2 --> 2Cr+3

Cr goes from +6 to +3, then

3 electrons per Cr, since we have 2 Cr

then

3*2 = 6 electrons are being transferred

Add a comment
Know the answer?
Add Answer to:
Balance the reduction half-reaction below in acid solution. How many electrons are in the balanced half-reaction?...
Your Answer:

Post as a guest

Your Name:

What's your source?

Earn Coins

Coins can be redeemed for fabulous gifts.

Not the answer you're looking for? Ask your own homework help question. Our experts will answer your question WITHIN MINUTES for Free.
Similar Homework Help Questions
ADVERTISEMENT
Free Homework Help App
Download From Google Play
Scan Your Homework
to Get Instant Free Answers
Need Online Homework Help?
Ask a Question
Get Answers For Free
Most questions answered within 3 hours.
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT