A cell that uses bromine to oxidize hydrogen to H⁺ under standard conditions at 298 K has a negative potential?

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The given reaction represents the oxidation half-reaction, which involves the loss of electrons (e-). The standard reduction potential of this half-reaction is +1.08 V (at 298 K). Since the potential of an oxidation reaction is the negative of the reduction potential, the potential of the given reaction would be -1.08 V (under standard conditions). Therefore, the correct answer is option B, which is "false."

A Cell That Uses Bromine to Oxidize Hydrogen to H+

A Cell That Uses Bromine to Oxidize Hydrogen to H⁺