Consider an Electrochemical Cell Based on the Following Cell Diagram $\circ$

question 20

Multiple Choice

Consider an electrochemical cell based on the following cell diagram:
Pt | Pu³⁺(aq) , Pu⁴⁺(aq) || Cl₂(g) , Cl^- (aq) | Pt
Given that the standard cell emf is 0.35 V and that the standard reduction potential of chlorine is 1.36 V, what is the standard reduction potential E ^$\circ$ (Pu⁴⁺/Pu³⁺)

• A) 2.37 V
• B) 1.01 V
• C) -1.71 V
• D) -1.01 V
• E) 1.71 V

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