Write an equation to represent the oxidation of Cl - (aq) to Cl 2 (g) by PbO

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Write an equation to represent the oxidation of Cl-(aq) to Cl2(g) by PbO2(s) in an acidic solution. Will this reaction occur spontaneously in the forward direction if all other reactants and products are in their standard states and 

(a) [H+] = 6.0 M;

(b) [H+] = 1.2 M;

(c) pH = 4.25?

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General Chemistry Principles And Modern Applications

ISBN: 9780132931281

11th Edition

Authors: Ralph Petrucci, Jeffry Madura, F. Herring, Carey Bissonnette

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