Consider the Half-Reaction O₂(aq)→ OH^-(aq)

question 34

Multiple Choice

Consider the half-reaction O₂(aq) → OH^-(aq) . When the equation is balanced in basic solution, the coefficient for water will be ________, and the number of electrons transferred will be ________.

• A)3, 3
• B)2, 1
• C)2, 4
• D)1, 2
• E)2, 3

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Definitions:

Chloro

A prefix indicating the presence of a chlorine atom in an organic compound, usually attached to a carbon atom.

Dibromo

A prefix indicating the presence of two bromine atoms in a molecule, often used to describe compounds in organic chemistry.

Bromoalkane

A halogenated compound in which a bromine atom is attached to an alkane.

Dichlorocyclopentane

A cyclic hydrocarbon with a five-membered ring structure, featuring two chlorine atoms attached to the ring.