(a)
Interpretation:
The reaction at the copper strip is to be written.
Concept introduction:
The reactions happening in a chemical cell depend on the reduction potential of the half cells.
(a)
Answer to Problem 53A
Reaction at copper strip:
Explanation of Solution
The E0 for the above reaction is positive therefore it is more feasible.
(b)
Interpretation:
The reaction at the magnesium wire is to be written.
Concept introduction:
The reactions happening in a chemical cell depend on the reduction potential of the half cells.
(b)
Answer to Problem 53A
Reaction at magnesium wire:
Explanation of Solution
The E0 for the above reaction is positive therefore it is more feasible.
(c)
Interpretation:
The anode is to be identified.
Concept introduction:
The electrode at which oxidation occurs is the anode.
(c)
Answer to Problem 53A
The magnesium wire is the anode.
Explanation of Solution
Since oxidation is occurring at the Mg wire, it is the anode.
(d)
Interpretation:
The cathode is to be identified.
Concept introduction:
The electrode at which reduction occurs is the cathode.
(d)
Answer to Problem 53A
The copper strip is the anode.
Explanation of Solution
Since reduction is occurring at the Cu strip, it is the anode.
(e)
Interpretation:
The standard cell potential is to be calculated.
Concept introduction:
The standard cell potential is equal to the sum of half cell potentials.
(e)
Answer to Problem 53A
The standard cell potential is2.71V.
Explanation of Solution
The standard cell potential is 2.71V.
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