Explanation:
a) Anode:
Cathode :
b)
c) As , the reaction is spontaneous.
d)
Explanation:
a) Here Ni undergoes oxidation by loss of electrons, thus act as anode. Hydrogen undergoes reduction by gain of electrons and thus act as cathode.
Anode:
Cathode :
b) The representation is given by writing the anode on left hand side followed by its ion with its molar concentration. It is followed by a slat bridge. Then the cathodic ion with its molar concentration is written and then the cathode.
c)
Where both are standard reduction potentials.
= +ve, reaction is spontaneous
= -ve, reaction is non spontaneous
= 0, reaction is in equilibrium
Thus as , the reaction is spontaneous.
d) The standard emf of a cell is related to Gibbs free energy by following relation:
= standard gibbs free energy
n= no of electrons gained or lost
F= faraday's constant
= standard emf
Thus value of Gibbs free energy is -48250 Joules.
