There is interest in developing redox flow batteries based on the reduction of VO₂* to VO²+: VO₂ (aq) + 2 H+ (aq) + e → VO²+ (aq) + H₂O(1) E = 0.991 V Which combination of this half-reaction with another involving the oxidation of Cr³+, Sn2+, or V2+ ions will produce the largest electrochemical potential, E cell?

There is interest in developing redox flow batteries based on the reduction of VO₂* to VO²+: VO₂ (aq) + 2 H+ (aq) + e → VO²+ (aq) + H₂O(1) E = 0.991 V Which combination of this half-reaction with another involving the oxidation of Cr³+, Sn2+, or V2+ ions will produce the largest electrochemical potential, E cell?

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