NEET2012PhysicsCurrent ElectricityActual
A current of 1.6A is passed through a solution of CuSO ₄ . How many Cu ⁺⁺ ions are liberated in one minute? (Electronic charge =1.6 10⁻¹⁹ C )
Options
- A3 10²⁰
- B3 10¹⁰
- C6 10²⁰
- D6 10¹⁰
Correct answer
A. 3 10²⁰
Step-by-step solution
Charge flowing in one minute q=I t=1.6 60 C Charge required to liberate one copper ion 2 C Number of Cu ²⁺ liberated = 1.6 60 2 1.6 10⁻¹⁹ =3 10²⁰