One or more options correct
A galvanic cell is at . Given , , and . The CORRECT statement(s) is/are
- A. The cell emf is .
- B. The free energy change for the cell reaction per mole of oxidised is about .
- C. Diluting the half-cell with water (lowering ) decreases the emf.
- D. The equilibrium constant of the cell reaction is of the order of .
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Answer: A, B, D
The cell reaction is with and . The Nernst equation gives , so (A) is correct. (B) , i.e. about kJ: correct. (C) A smaller makes the reaction quotient smaller, so falls and rises; dilution of the zinc half-cell increases the emf: wrong. (D) At equilibrium and , so : correct. Note that at the stated concentrations uses , not ; using would give kJ, a typical distractor.
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