Using the standard electrode potentials given in the Table 8.1, predict if the reaction between the following is feasible:

Question

Using the standard electrode potentials given in the Table 8.1, predict if the reaction between the following is feasible: Br 2 (aq) and Fe 2+ (aq).

Philoid · Accepted Answer

The possible reaction between Br₂(aq) and Fe²⁺(aq) can be represented by the following equation:-

E° for the overall reaction is negative. Thus, the reaction between Br₂(aq) and Fe²⁺(aq) is not feasible.