Which of the following equations represents a correctly balanced half-reaction for the oxidation of I2 to IO3− in acidic solution?
a) I2+6H2O→2IO3−+12H++5e−
b) 2IO3−+12H++10e−→I2+6H2O
c) I2+6H2O→2IO3−+12H++10e−
d) I2+12H2O→2IO3−+24H++10e−