Which statement regarding reduction potentials is false?

a. They are usually tabulated as half‑reactions.

b. They can be used to calculate free‑energy changes.

c. The reference standard for them is H++e-⟶12H₂.

d. Reactions with positive standard reduction potentials are oxidation reactions.

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14 March, 23:19

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Daniel Whitney · Answer 1

The answer is letter D.

Explanation:

Reactions with positive standard reduction potentials are oxidation reactions.

Which statement regarding reduction potentials is false?a. They are usually tabulated as half‑reactions.b. They can be used to calculate free‑energy changes.c. The reference standard for them is H++e-⟶12H₂.d. Reactions with positive standard reduction potentials are oxidation reactions.