e Zn(s) + 2 OH-(aq)→ZnO(s) + H2O(2) + 2e HgO(s) + H,0(4) + 2e™ → Hg(2) + 2OH(aq) Consider the animation describing opperation of the mercury battery. What is the formula of the oxidizing agent used in the battery?

e Zn(s) + 2 OH-(aq)→ZnO(s) + H2O(2) + 2e HgO(s) + H,0(4) + 2e™ → Hg(2) + 2OH(aq) Consider the animation describing opperation of the mercury battery. What is the formula of the oxidizing agent used in the battery?

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