Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
In an
Concept introduction:
In an
Electrolysis is the process in which a non-spontaneous reaction is driven by the application of electric energy.
The half-cell reaction with the lowest reduction potential reduces 1st in electrolysis process.
(b)
Interpretation:
The mass percent of the silver in product should be calculated.
Concept introduction:
1 mole of electron = 96485 C
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