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In a particular redox reaction, NO is oxidized to NO3– and Fe3 is reduced to Fe2 . Complete and balance the equation for this reaction in acidic solution. Phases are optional.

Respuesta :

To balance a redox reaction, we do as follows:

We balance the O atoms by adding H2O and adding H+ to balance the H.
NO + 2H2O = NO3- + 4H+

We balance the charge by adding electrons.
NO + 2H2O = NO3- + 4H+  + e-
Fe3+ + e- = Fe2+

Adding the two half reactions,

NO + 2H2O = NO3- + 4H+  + e-
Fe3+ + e- = Fe2+
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NO + Fe3+ + 2H2O = NO3- + Fe2+ + 4H+

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