4. Build a voltaic cell with one beaker containing a solution of nickel (II) nitrate-Ni(NO3)2 - with a nickel electrode, and a second beaker containing a solution of zinc chloride - ZnCl₂ - with a zinc electrode. a. The half reactions b. Flow of electrons c. Short-form notation d. Electric potential (voltage)

4. Build a voltaic cell with one beaker containing a solution of nickel (II) nitrate-Ni(NO3)2 - with a nickel electrode, and a second beaker containing a solution of zinc chloride - ZnCl₂ - with a zinc electrode. a. The half reactions b. Flow of electrons c. Short-form notation d. Electric potential (voltage)

Principles of Instrumental Analysis

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Chapter25: Voltammetry

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