IB skill practice

Balance redox equations in acidic and neutral contexts

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 5

Electrons needed for oxidation-state change

A half-equation in a Melbourne school practical has oxidation-state change of \(2\) per atom. How many electrons are needed per atom to balance charge? Use the visual evidence before connecting the answer to the chemical rule. Enter the answer and choose the interpretation that matches the chemistry.

Worked practice: chemistry evidence and answer

Use the chemical evidence first, then enter the result and interpretation that match it.