Answer to Question #172414 in Organic Chemistry for Jeremy

Question

For the reaction below:

Zn(s) + PbSO4(aq) = Pb(s) + ZnSO4(aq)

a) Write a balanced net ionic equation for the reaction.

b) Identify which reactant is oxidized and which one is reduced.

c) Identify which reactant is the oxidizing agent and which one is the reducing agent.

d) Write balanced half reactions for the oxidation and reduction.

Answer 1

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