What is the Standard Reduction Potential for 2CO2 + 2e- <-> (C2O4)^2-?

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The discussion centers on finding the standard reduction potential for the semireaction involving carbon dioxide and oxalate ions: 2CO2 + 2e- <-> (C2O4)^2-. It is suggested that the potential can be calculated using Gibbs energies of formation for carbon dioxide and a 1M oxalate solution. A reference is provided to a resource that outlines the calculation method. Additionally, a specific value of -0.64 V is mentioned, sourced from Inczédy and W.M. Latimer's oxidation potentials. Another related semireaction is noted, where the electrode potential is given as -0.49 V for the reaction involving carbon dioxide, protons, and electrons forming H2C24.
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Good afternoon, i have been trying to find without success the standard reduction potential for the next semireaction:

2CO2 +2e- <-> (C2O4)^2-
Could someone please help me with that or tell me where could i find this potencial?. Thanks
 
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Inczédy lists it as -0.64 V, giving W.M. Latimer's Oxidation potentials as a source.
 
Ann Par said:
Good afternoon, i have been trying to find without success the standard reduction potential for the next semireaction:

2CO2 +2e- <-> (C2O4)^2-
Could someone please help me with that or tell me where could i find this potencial?. Thanks
2CO2 + 2H+ + 2e- = H2C24 (electrode potential is -0.49V)
 
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