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Question

If φ denotes reduction potential, then which is true ?

Options

A.E⁰_cell = φ_right - φ_left

B.E⁰_cell = φ_left + φ_right

C.E⁰_cell = φ_left - φ_right

D.E⁰_cell = -(φ_left + φ_right)

Solution

E_cell = E_{right (cathode)} - E_{left (anode)}

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