Write and balance the half-reaction for the oxidation of white phosphorous P4 to the phosphate ion PO43− in a basic solution. Use e− to represent the formula of an electron. Do NOT include the state (phase) information. Do NOT write out coefficients that are equal to 1 . Be sure to denote any charges as needed. Provide your answer below:

Write and balance the half-reaction for the oxidation of white phosphorous P4 to the phosphate ion PO43− in a basic solution. Use e− to represent the formula of an electron. Do NOT include the state (phase) information. Do NOT write out coefficients that are equal to 1 . Be sure to denote any charges as needed. Provide your answer below:

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Write and balance the half-reaction for the oxidation of white phosphorous P 4 to the phosphate ion P O 4 3 in a basic solution.
  • Use e to represent the formula of an electron.
  • Do NOT include the state (phase) information.
  • Do NOT write out coefficients that are equal to 1 .
  • Be sure to denote any charges as needed.
Provide your answer below:

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