HIO4 + 7 KI + 7 CH3COOH → 4 I2 + 7 CH3COOK + 4 H2O
This is an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction:
7 I-I - 7 e- → 7 I0 (oxidation)
IVII + 7 e- → I0 (reduction)
KI is a reducing agent, HIO4 is an oxidizing agent (synproportionation (comproportionation)).
Reactants:
- HIO4
- KI
- CH3COOH – Acetic acid , Ethanoic acid
- Other names: Vinegar (when dilute); Hydrogen acetate; Methanecarboxylic acid , Methanecarboxylic acid , CH3-COOH
- Appearance: Colourless liquid ; Colourless liquid with pungent odour ; Colorless liquid or crystals with a sour, vinegar-like odor. [Note: Pure compound is a solid below 62°F. Often used in an aqueous solution.]
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