Chapter 17, Problem 5RQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Number of electrons required to balance half-cell reaction below has to be determined. Also, whether they are placed on right or left side has to be determined.

  ${\text{Mn}}^{2+}\to {\text{Mn}}^{+6}$

Concept Introduction:

Oxidation process represents loss of electrons. Reduction process represents gain of electrons. Oxidation numbers are the part of system that is formed to track electrons in reaction.