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Oxidation and Reduction

  1. Oct 2, 2013 #1

    RandomGuy1

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    Why is Cr2+ reducing while Mn3+ oxidizing when they both have d4 configuration?
     
    RandomGuy1, Oct 2, 2013
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  3. Oct 2, 2013 #2

    Borek

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    d4 is not the driving force behind oxidation and/or reduction.
     
    Borek, Oct 2, 2013
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