When a reduction half-reaction is ________ (negative,positive),electrons flow to the more readily reduced substance which is ________ (negative,positive)in value.
A)negative;negative
B)negative;positive
C)positive;positive
D)positive;negative

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When a reduction half-reaction is negative, it means that the substance is less likely to be reduced and more likely to be oxidized. Therefore, electrons will flow to the more readily reduced substance, which is positive in value. Thus, the correct choice is B.

When a Reduction Half-Reaction Is ________ (Negative,positive),electrons Flow to the More