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Write a balanced half reaction describing the reduction of aqueous gold(III) cations to solid gold

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Answer and Explanation:

To write a balanced half-reaction for the reduction of aqueous gold(III) cations (Au^3+) to solid gold (Au), you need to consider the change in oxidation states and balance the charges.

The aqueous gold will gain 3 electrons to form solid gold, as reduction is the gain of electrons.

I have written out the reduction equation and balanced half-reaction in the attached image :)

Write a balanced half reaction describing the reduction of aqueous gold(III) cations-example-1
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