Using Standard Reduction Potentials (19.2.4)

Question 1

• Standard reduction potentials (E˚) describe the relative ability of a substance to be reduced.

Answer 1

• Standard reduction potentials (E˚) describe the relative ability of a substance to be reduced.

Question 2

• Standard reduction potentials can be compared to predict the spontaneity of a reaction.

Answer 2

• Standard reduction potentials can be compared to predict the spontaneity of a reaction.

Question 3

• Trends in standard reduction potentials can be explained based on properties such as the relative stability of ions, atoms, and molecules.

Answer 3

• Trends in standard reduction potentials can be explained based on properties such as the relative stability of ions, atoms, and molecules.