Chapter 17.6, Problem 17.6PSP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether the reaction ${\text{Hg}}^{2+}\left(\text{aq}\right)+{\text{2I}}^{-}\left(\text{aq}\right)\to \text{Hg}\left(\text{l}\right)+{\text{I}}_{\text{2}}\left(\text{s}\right)$ is product favored has to be predicted.

Concept Introduction:

The cell potential is defined as the potential difference that gets created between the electrodes of a cell due to the movement of electrons from anode to the cathode. The unit of cell potential is volts.  The symbol used to denote cell potential is $E°$.  A positive value of $E°$ shows that the reaction is product-favored.