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In the following electrochemical cell, what is the reduction half-reaction? Mn(s) | Mn2+(aq) || Fe3+(aq), Fe2+(aq) | Pt(s)

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In the given electrochemical cell, the reduction half-reaction occurs at the electrode on the right side of the double vertical line (||).

To determine the reduction half-reaction, we need to compare the standard reduction potentials (E°) of the species involved. The half-reaction with the more positive E° value will be the reduction half-reaction.

Looking up the standard reduction potentials in a reference table, we find that the standard reduction potential for the Mn2+/Mn couple is -1.18 V, and the standard reduction potential for the Fe3+/Fe2+ couple is +0.77 V.

Since the Fe3+/Fe2+ couple has a more positive standard reduction potential, it will undergo reduction. Therefore, the reduction half-reaction is:

Fe3+(aq) + e- → Fe2+(aq)

I hope this helps!
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