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2 August, 16:25

A redox reaction employed in an electrochemical cell has a negative. Which statement is true? a) E∘cell is positive b) K>1 E∘cell is positive c) K<1 E∘cell is negative d) K1

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  1. 2 August, 18:08
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    d. K<1 E∘cell is negative

    Explanation:

    Since E⁰ = negative, ΔG = - nFE⁰ = - nF - ve = + ve.

    Also, ΔG = - RTlnK

    K = exp (-RTΔG)

    Since ΔG = + ve, - RTΔG = - ve

    K = 1/exp (RTΔG) < 1.

    So our answer is E⁰ cell is negative and K < 1
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