Question: The Eo values for two low-spin iron complexes in acidic solution are as follows: (a) Is it thermodynamically favorable to reduce both Fe(III) complexes

The Eo values for two low-spin iron complexes in acidic solution are as follows:

(a) Is it thermodynamically favorable to reduce both Fe(III) complexes to their Fe(II) analogs? Explain. (b) Which complex, [Fe(o-phen)3]3+ or [Fe(CN)6]3- , is more difficult to reduce? (c) Suggest an explanation for your answer to (b).

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