8.2.1 - Balancing Redox Equations (Ion-Electron Method)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Write the half-equation for the oxidation of zinc (Zn) to Zn²⁺.

💡 Hint: What happens to the electrons in oxidation?

Question 2

Easy

What is the oxidation state of sulfur in H₂SO₄?

💡 Hint: Remember the rules for assigning oxidation states.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does the term oxidation refer to in redox reactions?

  • Gain of electrons
  • Loss of electrons
  • No change in electrons

💡 Hint: Remember the mnemonic OIL RIG.

Question 2

True or False: In a redox reaction, oxidation and reduction can occur independently.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the connection between loss and gain of electrons.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Balance the following redox reaction in acidic solution: Arsenic acid (H₃AsO₄) is converted to Arsenic(III) acid (H₃AsO₃) while Iodine is reduced to iodide.

💡 Hint: Start with identifying oxidation and reduction halves.

Question 2

You are given the following reaction under basic conditions: C₂O₄²⁻ + MnO₄⁻ → CO₂ + MnO₂. Balance this equation using the ion-electron method.

💡 Hint: Make sure to keep track of OH⁻ ions after balancing.

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