Write the chemical equation for the decomposition of sulfuric acid, H2SO4 solution, using the 9V battery (note that sulfate ion is not involved in this reaction). Indicate the oxidation numbers for all atoms that change during the reaction and indicate which compounds are oxidized and which are reduced.   Please writeclearly and udnerstandable. Thank you

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Write the chemical equation for the decomposition of sulfuric acid, H2SO4 solution, using the 9V battery (note that sulfate ion is not involved in this reaction). Indicate the oxidation numbers for all atoms that change during the reaction and indicate which compounds are oxidized and which are reduced.

 

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