The stronger the reduction potential the more difficult it is to?
Correct answer: A. Oxidize the compound
- A. Oxidize the compound
- B. Reduce the compound
- C. Electrolyze the compound
- D. None of the above
Explanation
Oxidize the compound: A stronger reduction potential indicates that the compound is more likely to undergo reduction rather than oxidation. Therefore, it would be more difficult to oxidize the compound.
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Oxidation involves loss of electrons, increase in oxidation number or addition of oxygen, while reduction involves electron gain, decrease in oxidation number or removal of oxygen. The topic covers oxidising and reducing agents, oxidation-number changes, redox equations and the distinction between oxidation at the anode and reduction at the cathode.
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