NEETChemistryElectrochemistry
What does a positive value of standard electrode potential indicate?
Options
- AThe species on the right is more stable than hydrogen gas.
- BThe species on the left is more stable than hydrogen gas.
- CThe species on the right is less stable than hydrogen gas.
- DThe species on the left is less stable than hydrogen gas.
Correct answer
A. The species on the right is more stable than hydrogen gas.
Step-by-step solution
If the standard electrode potential of an electrode is greater than zero (or positive) then its reduced form is more stable compared to hydrogen gas.