Answer:
it is possible to remove 99.99% Cu2 by converting it to Cu(s)
Explanation:
So, from the question/problem above we are given the following ionic or REDOX equations of reactions;
Cu2+ + 2e- <--------------------------------------------------------------> Cu (s) Eo= 0.339 V
Sn2+ + 2e- <---------------------------------------------------------------> Sn (s) Eo= -0.141 V
In order to convert 99.99% Cu2 into Cu(s), the equation of reaction given below is needed:
Cu²⁺ + Sn ----------------------------------------------------------------------------> Cu + Sn²⁺.
Therefore, E°[overall] = 0.339 - [-0.141] = 0.48 V.
Therefore, the change in Gibbs' free energy, ΔG° = - nFE°. Where E° = O.48V, n= 2 and F = 96500 C.
Thus, ΔG° = - 92640.
This is less than zero[0]. Therefore, it is possible to remove 99.99% Cu2 by converting it to Cu(s) because the reaction is a spontaneous reaction.
