Using dimensional analysis, solve the following. How many many grams of Au may be deposited from a solution of HAuCl4 containing Au3+ using a current of 1.000 amperes (A) over 10.00 minutes.  Given 1 mol Au = 196.97 g Au For the 3+ oxidation state of gold (Au3+): 1 mol Au - 3 mol electrons (exact) 1 mol electrons = 96485 coulombs

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Using dimensional analysis, solve the following.

How many many grams of Au may be deposited from a solution of HAuCl4 containing Au3+ using a current of 1.000 amperes (A) over 10.00 minutes. 

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  • 1 mol Au = 196.97 g Au
  • For the 3+ oxidation state of gold (Au3+): 1 mol Au - 3 mol electrons (exact)
  • 1 mol electrons = 96485 coulombs (C)
  • 1 ampere = 1 coulomb/second 
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