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Physical Chemistry

E? cell = E? oxd (anode) - E? oxd (cathode)

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E? cell = E? oxd (anode) + E? red (cathode)


what is this i am unable to under stand the different symbols. please explain me

Profile image of pranav jadhav
14 Years agoGrade
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Profile image of Akash Sood
14 Years ago

E°cell=E°cathode-E°anode

= EºRP of Substance undergoing reduction - substance undergoing oxidation

= if it is +ve then reaction is possible (not suitable for storing as reaction will take place)

=if it is -ve then reaction is not possible (suitable for storing chemicals)  

 

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