Balance the Following Redox Reaction If It Occurs in Basic

question 50

Multiple Choice

Balance the following redox reaction if it occurs in basic solution.What are the coefficients in front of Cr and Cl₂ in the balanced reaction? Cr(s) + Cl₂(g) → Cr³⁺(aq) + Cl^-(aq)

• A) Cr = 2, Cl₂ = 3
• B) Cr = 2, Cl₂ = 4
• C) Cr = 1, Cl₂ = 2
• D) Cr = 2, Cl₂ = 1
• E) Cr = 3, Cl₂ = 2

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