The Following Cell Is Initially at Standard-State Conditions

question 38

Multiple Choice

The following cell is initially at standard-state conditions.Which of the following statements is true after the cell is allowed to discharge (do work) for a period of time? Zn²⁺(aq) + 2e^- Zn(s) ; E° = -0.76 V
Cu²⁺(aq) + 2e^- Cu(s) ; E° = 0.34 V

• A)Initially E_cell = - 1.10 V,and it will become more negative with time.
• B)E_cell does not change with time.
• C)Initially E_cell = - 1.10 V,and it will become more positive with time.
• D)Initially E_cell = + 1.10 V,and it will become more negative with time.
• E)Initially E_cell = + 1.10 V,and it will becomes more positive with time.

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