In acidic solution, O3 and Mn2+ ions react spontaneously:
O3(g) + Mn2+(aq) + H2O(l) ⟶
O2(g) + MnO2(s) + 2H+(aq) E°
cell = 0.84 V
(a) Write the balanced half-reactions.
(b) Using Appendix D to find E°
ozone, calculate E°
manganese.
In acidic solution, O3 and Mn2+ ions react spontaneously:
O3(g) + Mn2+(aq) + H2O(l) ⟶
O2(g) + MnO2(s) + 2H+(aq) E°
cell = 0.84 V
(a) Write the balanced half-reactions.
(b) Using Appendix D to find E°
ozone, calculate E°
manganese.
