Question below refers to the overall reaction and half-reactions with standard reduction potentials below. 2Fe2++Cl2→2Fe3++2Cl? Fe3++e−→Fe2+; Eored = 0.77 volts Cl2+2e−→2Cl− ; Eored = 1.36 volts
Find the overall potential for the reaction ?
A
0.18volts
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B
0.59volts
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C
1.05volts
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D
2.13volts
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E
2.90volts
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Solution
The correct option is B0.59volts Eorxn=EoCl−EoFe=1.36−0.77=0.59V Hence, the option (B) is the answer. Note: In the redox reaction, Fe(II) is oxidized. Hence, its potential is subtracted from the potential of chlorine.