Consider an Electrochemical Cell Based on the Reaction: 2H⁺ (Aq)

question 91

Multiple Choice

Consider an electrochemical cell based on the reaction: 2H⁺ (aq) + Sn (s) → Sn²⁺ (aq) + H₂ (g)
Which of the following actions would change the measured cell potential?

• A)increasing the pH in the cathode compartment
• B)lowering the pH in the cathode compartment
• C)increasing the [Sn²⁺] in the anode compartment
• D)increasing the pressure of hydrogen gas in the cathode compartment
• E)Any of the above will change the measure cell potential.

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