Voltmeter + 0.46 V Flow of anions Flow of cations Cu anode NO3 Na* Ag cathode Salt bridge (NANO3) Cu2+ Porous Ag* plug NO3 NO3 1 M solution of copper (II) nitrate (Cu(NO3)2) 1 M solution of silver nitrate (AGNO3) Figure 17.4 In this standard galvanic cell, the half-cells are separated; electrons can flow through an external wire and become available to do electrical work.

Voltmeter + 0.46 V Flow of anions Flow of cations Cu anode NO3 Na* Ag cathode Salt bridge (NANO3) Cu2+ Porous Ag* plug NO3 NO3 1 M solution of copper (II) nitrate (Cu(NO3)2) 1 M solution of silver nitrate (AGNO3) Figure 17.4 In this standard galvanic cell, the half-cells are separated; electrons can flow through an external wire and become available to do electrical work.

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Chapter17: Electrochemistry

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Problem 135CWP: Consider a galvanic cell based on the following half-reactions: a. What is the expected cell...

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