The reduction potential of an ion such as OH can be strongly influenced by the solvent.

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The reduction potential of an ion such as OH can be strongly influenced by the solvent. 

(a) From the review article by D.T. Sawyer and J.L. Roberts (Acc. Chem. Res., 1988, 21, 469), describe the magnitude of the change in the potential of the OH/OH couple on changing the solvent from water to acetonitrile, CH3CN. 

(b) Suggest a qualitative interpretation of the difference in solvation of the OH ion in these two solvents.

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Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9780198768128

7th Edition

Authors: Mark Weller, Tina Overton, Jonathan Rourke

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