Chemistry
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Author: Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 18, Problem 34Q
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
The minimal health risk of mercury in spite of its toxicity should be explained using the standard reduction potentials.
Concept Introduction:
Standard Reduction Potentials: It is defined as the potential difference between the anode and cathode of the cell.
Oxidation: Loss of electrons.
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