Olympiad workbookNSECElectrochemistry
The standard electrode potential ( E ^0 ) of the Daniel cell is 1.1 V and the overall cell reaction can be represented as Zn ( s )+ Cu ²⁺( aq ) Zn ²⁺( aq )+ Cu ( s ) . Under which of the following conditions will the cell potential be higher than 1.1 V ?
Options
- A1.0 M Zn ²⁺, 1.0 M Cu ²⁺
- B1.2 M Zn ²⁺, 1.2 M Cu ²⁺
- C0.1 M Zn ²⁺, 1.0 M Cu ²⁺
- D1.0 M Zn ²⁺, 0.01 M Cu ²⁺
Correct answer
C. 0.1 M Zn ²⁺, 1.0 M Cu ²⁺
Step-by-step solution
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