When the Following Redox Equation Is Balanced with the Smallest

question 49

Multiple Choice

When the following redox equation is balanced with the smallest whole number coefficients, what is the coefficient for nitrogen dioxide? I₂(s) + HNO₃(aq) → HIO₃(aq) + NO₂(g) + H₂O(l)

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 4
• D) 5
• E) 10

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