A galvanic cell has the following half reaction: Cu2+ (aq) + 2e- -> Cu (s) Pb(s) -> Pb2+ (aq) +2e- what would be a suitable electrolyte for the cathode compartment?  1) Pb(NO3)2 2) Cu(NO3)2 3) NaOH 4) Na2S 5) Cu(OH)2

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A galvanic cell has the following half reaction:

Cu2+ (aq) + 2e- -> Cu (s)

Pb(s) -> Pb2+ (aq) +2e-

what would be a suitable electrolyte for the cathode compartment? 

1) Pb(NO3)2

2) Cu(NO3)2

3) NaOH

4) Na2S

5) Cu(OH)2

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