Use the half-reaction method to balance the following equation

Question

Use the half-reaction method to balance the following equation, which is in an acidic solution:

ClO3- (aq) + I- (aq) ---> I2 (s) + Cl- (aq)



Answer 1

There are a few steps to get the final answer, so if you would like me to explain how I went about balancing everything just let me know.

oxidation 1/2 reaction:

6I^- --> 3I₂ + 6e^-

reduction 1/2 reaction:

ClO3^-+ 6H⁺ + 6e^- --> Cl^- + 3H₂O

Balanced Red/Ox Reaction

6I^- + ClO3^-+ 6H⁺ --> 3I₂ + Cl^- + 3H₂O

Hope this helps :)