When the Following Redox Equation Is Balanced with the Smallest

question 46

Multiple Choice

When the following redox equation is balanced with the smallest whole number coefficients, the coefficient for the hydrogen sulfate ion will be ________. Al(s) + HSO₄^-(aq) + OH^-(aq) → Al₂O₃(s) + S^2-(aq) + H₂O(l)

• A) 1
• B) 3
• C) 4
• D) 6
• E) 8

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