What sorts of informations can you draw from the following reaction ? (CN)2(g) + 2OH–(aq) → CN–(aq) + CNO–(aq) + H2O(l)
Solution to Question 951
Complete workingIn cyanogen each carbon is +3. The products place carbon at +2 in CN⁻ and +4 in CNO⁻, so identical reactant molecules are both reduced and oxidised.
