Problem: The standard reduction potential for the reduction of RuO4 - (aq) to RuO4 2 -  (aq) is +0.59 V.Use Appendix E in the textbook. Which of the following substances can oxidize RuO4 2 -  (aq) to RuO4 - (aq) under standard conditions: Br2 (l), BrO3- (aq), Mn2+ (aq), O2 (g), Sn2+ (aq)?

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The standard reduction potential for the reduction of RuO4 - (aq) to RuO4 2 -  (aq) is +0.59 V.

Use Appendix E in the textbook. Which of the following substances can oxidize RuO4 2 -  (aq) to RuO4 - (aq) under standard conditions: Br2 (l), BrO3- (aq), Mn2+ (aq), O2 (g), Sn2+ (aq)?

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