NEETChemistryElectrochemistry
Some statements about Lechlanche cell are (I) Anode is zinc metal (II) Cathode is graphite rod surrounded by powdered MnO ₂ and carbon (III)Electrolyte is a moist paste of ZnO and KOH (IV)Oxidation product is ZnO The correct statements are
Options
- AI & II only
- BII & III only
- CI & IV only
- DI, II & III only
Correct answer
A. I & II only
Step-by-step solution
Lechlunche cell:- Anode : Zn Container Zn ( s ) Zn ²⁺ (aq.) +2 e ⁻ Cathode: Carbon (graphite) + MnO ₂+ Carbon powder. MnO ₂+ NH ₄⁺+ e ⁻ MnO ( OH )+ NH ₃ Electrolyte = NH ₄ Cl + ZnCl ₂ paste Thus, I and II are correct.