Question

What is the balanced half-reaction for the following?
C2O4 ^2- (aq) → CO2 (g)

Answer 1

The balanced half-reaction for the oxidation of C2O4^2- to CO2 is:

C2O4 ^2- (aq) → 2 CO2 (g) + 4 H^+ (aq) + 2 e-