Redox Reaction and Electrode Potential

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Redox Reaction and Electrode Potential: Overview

This Topic covers sub-topics such as Electrochemical Series, Electrodes, Electrode Potential, Redox Reaction and Electrode Processes, Redox Couple, Reduction Electrode Potential, Uses of Electrochemical Series and, Standard Reduction Electrode Potential

Important Questions on Redox Reaction and Electrode Potential

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For the electrochemical cell, (M |M+)(X|X),E°(M+/M)=0.44VandEo(X /X)=0.33V.

From this data one can deduce that:

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The half equation for a redox reaction represents an equilibrium between two sides of an equation such as:
Cu2+ (aq) + 2e- ---> Cu (s); Eo= +0.34 v

Will the conversion of Cu2+ to Cu become more or less feasible if the concentration of Cu2+ increases? Give reason(s).

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The half equation for a redox reaction represents an equilibrium between two sides of an equation such as:
Cu2+ (aq) + 2e- ---> Cu (s); Eo= +0.34 v

How will the value of Eo change if the concentration of Cu2+ increases?

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A gas X at 1 atm is bubbled through a solution containing a mixture of 1M Y- and 1 M Z- ions at 25° C. If the reduction potential of Z>Y>X, then

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Which has the highest oxidising power?

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Standard electrode potential of three metals X, Y and Z are -1.2 V, +0.5 V and -3.0 V respectively. The reducing power of these metals will be 

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To determine the exact amount of acetic acid in a sample, 1.5g of the sample is titrated against 0.5N solution of KOH. For the titration, 30mL solution of KOH is required. The percentage content (weight wise) of acetic acid in the given sample is

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Hypophosphorus acid is a good reducing agent because

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Electrode potential depends upon

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EMF of the given cell AsAaq2+Baq2+Bs

Given EA/A2+o:+1.4V and EB/B2+o:-1.4V

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Find the incorrect statement

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When iron is added to CuSO4 solution, copper is precipitated, it is due to

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An iron wire is immersed in a solution containing ZnSO4 and NiSO4. When the concentration of each salt is 1M, predict which of the following reaction is likely to proceed.
Given EoZn+2/Zn=-0.76 V
EoFe+2/Fe=-0.44 V
and Eo(Ni+2/Ni)=-0.25 V

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For calculating the standard oxidation electrode potential, the reaction is carried out at 1 atm pressure and 273 K temperature. 

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What are the two types of electrodes and give some examples.

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What are the types of reactions that take place at the electrodes?

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What are electrodes?

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Define standard oxidation electrode potential.

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What is the standard electrode potential of hydrogen electrode in volts?

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The standard electrode potential of three metals X, Yand Z are -1.2 V, +0.5 V and -3.0 V respectively. The reducing power of these metals will be