What information can you figure out about an atom using only the atomic number?
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Answer:
See explanation below
Explanation:
In this case, let's see both molecules per separate:
In the case of SeO₂ the central atom would be the Se. The Se has oxidation states of 2+, and 4+. In this molecule it's working with the 4+, while oxygen is working with the 2- state. Now, how do we know that Se is working with that state?, simply, let's do an equation for it. We know that this molecule has a formal charge of 0, so:
Se = x
O = -2
x + (-2)*2 = 0
x - 4 = 0
x = +4.
Therefore, Selenium is working with +4 state, the only way to bond this molecule is with a covalent bond, and in the case of the oxygen will be with double bond. See picture below.
In the case of CO₂ happens something similar. Carbon is working with +4 state, so in order to stabilize the charges, it has to be bonded with double bonds with both oxygens. The picture below shows.
Answer:
The final balanced equation is :
Explanation:
Balancing in acidic medium:
First we will determine the oxidation and reduction reaction from the givne reaction :
Oxidation:
Balance the charge by adding 2 electrons on product side:
....[1]
Reduction :
Balance O by adding water on required side:
Now, balance H by adding on the required side:
At last balance the charge by adding electrons on the side where positive charge is more:
..[2]
Adding [1] and [2]:
The final balanced equation is :