<p>Au(C2H3O2)3 (aq) --Pt–> ?
In words, write the equation for the electrolysis (using platinum electrodes) of aqueous gold(III) acetate.</p>
<p>Here’s what I have as half-reactions:
Au3+ + 3e- -> Au (s)
3C2H3O2- -> 3e- + ?</p>
<p>What does acetate become when it’s oxidized?</p>