For the Daniell cell , given and , what is the standard cell potential ?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: A.

  1. Step 1: Identify the cathode (reduction) and anode (oxidation). Copper has the higher reduction potential and acts as cathode; zinc acts as anode.
  2. Step 2: Apply the standard cell potential relation: .
  3. 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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