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2 years ago

2. Calculate the standard free energy change

Chemistry

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telo118 [61]2 years ago

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Answer:

-36.67 KJ

Explanation:

Now, we ,must find the E°cell as follows;

E°cell= E°cathode - E°anode

E°cathode= -0.25 V

E°anode = - 0.44 V

E°cell= -0.25 -(- 0.44) = 0.19 V

Equation of the reaction; Ni2+ (aq) + Fe(s) → Ni(s) +Fe2+ (aq)

Hence, n=2, there were two electrons transferred.

ΔG=-nFE°cell

ΔG= -(2 * 96,500 * 0.19)

ΔG= -36670 J

ΔG= -36.67 KJ

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