The Following Cell Has a Potential of 0

question 200

Multiple Choice

The following cell has a potential of 0.45 V at 25°C. Pt(s) ∣ H₂(1 atm) |H⁺(? M) ∣∣ Cl^-(1 M) ∣ Hg₂Cl₂(s) |Hg(l)
The standard half-cell potential for the half-reaction Hg₂Cl₂(s) + 2 e^- → 2 Hg(l) + 2 Cl^-(aq) is 0.28 V.What is the pH in the anode compartment?

• A)2.9
• B)4.7
• C)7.6
• D)12.3

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