An aqueous solution of iodic acid (HIO3) is electrolyzedby slowly increasing the voltage between a pair of electrodes. Which products will be first collected at the anode and cathode respectively? Assume that this process is carried out under standard conditions. A) I2and H2  B) O2and H2    C) O2and I2     D) IO4-and H2   E) IO4-and I2 answer C, please explain using oxidation and reduction equations

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An aqueous solution of iodic acid (HIO3) is electrolyzedby slowly increasing the voltage between a pair of electrodes. Which products will be first collected at the anode and cathode respectively? Assume that this process is carried out under standard conditions.

A) I2and H2  B) O2and H2    C) O2and I2     D) IO4-and H2   E) IO4-and I2

answer C, please explain using oxidation and reduction equations

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