(a)
Interpretation:
The cell diagram for the battery should be determined.
Concept introduction:
A cell diagram shows the components of an
In an electrochemical cell, there are two electrodes that can be observed.
If oxidation takes place on an electrode, that electrode is called anode. The species in that electrode remove electrons and itself gets oxidized.
If reduction takes place on an electrode, that electrode is called cathode. The species in that electrode absorbs electrons and itself gets reduced.
The electrode potential of cell can be calculated as follows:
(b)
Interpretation:
The theoretical voltage of the battery should be calculated.
Concept introduction:
In an electrochemical cell, there are two electrodes that can be observed.
If oxidation takes place on an electrode, that electrode is called anode. The species in that electrode remove electrons and itself gets oxidized.
If reduction takes place on an electrode, that electrode is called cathode. The species in that electrode absorbs electrons and itself gets reduced.
The electrode potential of cell can be calculated as follows:
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