Using the electronic balance method, select the coefficients in the reaction equation. Indicate oxidizing

Using the electronic balance method, select the coefficients in the reaction equation. Indicate oxidizing agent and reducing agent. Ag + H2SO4 = Ag2SO4 + SO2 + H2O

Given a reaction:

Ag + H2SO4 = Ag2SO4 + SO2 + H2O

Let’s select the coefficients for the reaction equation:

2Ag + 2H2SO4 = Ag2SO4 + SO2 + 2H2O.

An oxidizing agent is a substance that accepts electrons, and the oxidation state decreases during the reaction.

S (+ 6) + 2e = S (+ 4) 2/2/1.

The reducing agent, on the contrary, gives up electrons, and the oxidation state increases during the reaction.

Ag (0) – 1e = Ag (+ 1) 1/2/2.

Answer: Oxidizing agent S, reducing agent Ag.