For the Daniell cell , given and , what is the standard cell potential ?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A.
- Step 1: Identify the cathode (reduction) and anode (oxidation). Copper has the higher reduction potential and acts as cathode; zinc acts as anode.
- Step 2: Apply the standard cell potential relation: .
- Step 3: Calculate: .
Answer
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Why not the others: subtracts the magnitudes (); inverts the cathode and anode positions; gives the negative difference of potentials.
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