Introductory Chemistry: Concepts and Critical Thinking (8th Edition)
Introductory Chemistry: Concepts and Critical Thinking (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134421377
Author: Charles H Corwin
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 17, Problem 32E
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(a)

Interpretation:

Among the pair F2(g) and Cl2(g), the one which is the stronger oxidizing agent is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The oxidizing agent is a compound whose oxidation state falls during the course of the reaction and the reducing agent is the compound whose oxidation number increases. The compound having a greater tendency to be oxidized is the compound having the highest reducing power.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

Among the pair Ag+(aq) and Br2(l), the one which is the stronger oxidizing agent is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The oxidizing agent is a compound whose oxidation state falls during the course of the reaction and the reducing agent is the compound whose oxidation number increases. The compound having a greater tendency to be oxidized is the compound having the highest reducing power.

Interpretation Introduction

(c)

Interpretation:

Among the pair Cu2+(aq) and H+(aq), the one which is the stronger oxidizing agent is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The oxidizing agent is a compound whose oxidation state falls during the course of the reaction and the reducing agent is the compound whose oxidation number increases. The compound having a greater tendency to be oxidized is the compound having the highest reducing power.

Interpretation Introduction

(d)

Interpretation:

Among the pair Mg2+(aq) and Mn2+(aq), the one which is the stronger oxidizing agent is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The oxidizing agent is a compound whose oxidation state falls during the course of the reaction and the reducing agent is the compound whose oxidation number increases. The compound having a greater tendency to be oxidized is the compound having the highest reducing power.

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