Question

question 11 of 30 what is added to balance hydrogen and oxygen atoms in an oxidation - reduction reaction in basic solution? a. oh⁻ and h₂o b. h₂ and o₂ c. h⁺ and h₂o d. oh⁻ and h⁺

Explanation:

In a basic solution for balancing oxidation - reduction reactions, hydroxide ions ($\text{OH}^-$) and water ($\text{H}_2\text{O}$) are used to balance hydrogen and oxygen atoms. $\text{H}^+$ is used in acidic solutions, and $\text{H}_2$ and $\text{O}_2$ are not used for this purpose of balancing atoms in redox reactions in solution.

Answer:

A. $\text{OH}^-$ and $\text{H}_2\text{O}$