The half cell reactions for the corrosion are2H++1/2O2+2e−→H2O;Eo=1.23VFe2++2e−→Fe(s);Eo=−0.44V. Find teh ΔGo (in kJ) for the overall reaction:
The rusting of iron takes place as follows : 2H++2e+12O2→H2O(l);Eo=+1.23V
Fe2++2e→Fe(s);Eo=−0.44V