Q45. Pt (s)H2( g)(1 bar)|H+(aq)(1M)| M3+(aq), M+(aq) Pt(s) The Ecell for the given cell is 0. 1115 V at 298 K [M+(aq)] When = 10a [M3+(aq)] The value of a is ___________ Given : Eθ M3+/M+= 0. 2 V 2.303 RT = 0. 059 V F
What This Question Tests
This question applies the Nernst equation to an electrochemical cell involving a standard hydrogen electrode and a redox couple, requiring calculation of a concentration ratio from the given cell potential.
Concepts Tested
Formulas Used
E_cell = E°_cell - (2.303 RT / nF) log Q
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📋 Question Details
- Chapter
- Electrochemistry
- Topic
- Nernst Equation
- Year
- 2023
- Shift
- 25 Jan Shift 2
- Q Number
- Q45
- Type
- Numerical
- NCERT Ref
- Class 12 Chemistry Ch 3: Electrochemistry
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