Br2(l) + 2e-  2Br-(aq) 1.080V Sn2+(aq) + 2e-  Sn(s) -0.140V Al3+(aq) + 3e-  Al(s) -1.660V

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Consider the following half-reactions:

Half-reaction E° (V)
Br2(l) + 2e-  2Br-(aq) 1.080V
Sn2+(aq) + 2e-  Sn(s) -0.140V
Al3+(aq) + 3e-  Al(s) -1.660V



(1) The strongest oxidizing agent is:     enter formula

 

(2) The weakest oxidizing agent is:    

 

(3) The weakest reducing agent is:    

 

(4) The strongest reducing agent is:  



 (5) Will Br2(l) oxidize Al(s) to Al3+(aq)? (yes/no)


(6) Which species can be reduced by Sn(s)?
        
 
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