Write an overall balanced equation for these unbalanced half-reactions:

Question

In --> In3+

Cd2+ --> Cd

I multiplied both sides by integers to get the electrons to be equal on both sides but I don't know what the final overall balanced equation looks like.

Answer 1

In> In3+ + 3e-

Cd2+ + 2e- >> Cd

Answer 2

Yes, I understand how to split it up with the e-, but what is the final overall balanced equation?

Answer 3

It is balanced in charge, and mass. Why would one want more?

Answer 4

i'm not sure, but it wants to combine the two half reactions into a full reaction.

Answer 5

I think you're looking for this. Just add the two equations you multiplied to get the electrons equal.
2In + 3Cd^2+ ==> 2In^3+ + 3Cd

Answer 6

2Ln(s)+3Cd^2+(aq)->2Ln^3+(aq)+3Cd(s)