Answer:
The standard cell potential is 2.00 V
Explanation:
<u>Step 1:</u> Data given
Cu is cathode because of
higher EP
Al3++3e−→Al E∘=−1.66 V anode
Cu2++2e−→Cu E∘=0.340 V cathode
<u>Step 2:</u> Balance both equations
2*(Al → Al3+-3e−) E∘=1.66 V
3*(Cu2++2e−→Cu) E∘=0.340 V
<u>Step 3:</u> The netto equation
2 Al + 3Cu2+ +6e- → 2Al3+ + 3Cu -6e-
2 Al + 3Cu2+ → 2Al3+ + 3Cu
<u>Step 4:</u> Calculate the standard cell potential
E∘cell = E∘cathode - E∘anode
E∘cell = E∘ Cu2+/Cu - E∘ Al3+/Al
E∘cell =0.340 V - (-1.66) = 2.00 V
The standard cell potential is 2.00 V
