Answer
When iron is oxidized, its corrosion occurs. Half reactions are given below: -
Anode Half reaction: $Fe(s) → Fe^{2+} (aq) + 2e^{-}$
Cathode Half reaction: $O_{2}(g) + 4H^{+}(aq) + 4e^{-} → 2H_{2}O(l)$
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Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)
by Brown, Theodore E.; LeMay, H. Eugene; Bursten, Bruce E.; Murphy, Catherine; Woodward, Patrick; Stoltzfus, Matthew E.
Published by
Prentice Hall
ISBN 10:
0321910419
ISBN 13:
978-0-32191-041-7
Chapter 20 - Electrochemistry - Exercises - Page 905: 20.83a
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