Chapter 17, Problem 7ALQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reducing character of metal $\text{A}$ more than metal $\text{B}$ is given. The nature of ${\text{A}}^{+}$ and ${\text{B}}^{+}$ has to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The metal $\text{A}$ which has higher reduction potential undergoes reduction and thus oxidizes the other species, while the metal $\text{B}$ with the lower value of reduction potential undergoes oxidation and thus reduces the other species.

To determine: The character of the species ${\text{A}}^{+}$ and ${\text{B}}^{+}$ formed from the metal $\text{A}$ and metal $\text{B}$.