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1. What half-reaction will occur at the anode in the electrolysis of an aqueous

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Question

1. What half-reaction will occur at the anode in the electrolysis of an aqueous solution of iron (II) perchlorate (Fe(ClO4)2)? (The electrodes themselves are platinum.)

the table of standard reduction is here:

http://chempaths.chemeddl.org/services/chempaths/?q=book/Quick%20Resources/1257/table-standard-reduction-potentials

2.

The two half-reactions for the nickel-cadmium battery are shown below. Describe the direction of spontaneous electron flow in this electrochemical cell.

Select one:

a. From Cd to Ni(OH)2

b. From Cd to NiO(OH)

c. From Ni(OH)2 to Cd

d. From Ni(OH)2 to NiO(OH)

Explanation / Answer

1) option e

2)a. From Cd to Ni(OH)2