Consider the Following Reduction Potentials: Cu²⁺ + 2e^- $\to$ Cu $\varepsilon$ ^$\circ$

question 84

Multiple Choice

Consider the following reduction potentials: Cu²⁺ + 2e^- $\to$ Cu $\varepsilon$ ^$\circ$ = 0.342 V
Pb²⁺ + 2e^- $\to$ Pb $\varepsilon$ ^$\circ$ = -0.130 V
For a galvanic cell employing the Cu,Cu²⁺ and Pb,Pb²⁺ couples,calculate the maximum amount of work that would accompany the reaction of one mole of lead under standard conditions.

• A)-40.9 kJ
• B)-45.5 kJ
• C)-91.1 kJ
• D)No work can be done.The system is at equilibrium.
• E)None of these.

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