MCQ
The reaction is spontaneous if the cell potential is
  • A
    Positive
  • B
    Negative
  • C
    Zero
  • D
    Infinite

Answer

$(a)$ $EMF =$ [$s.r.p.$ of cathode $-$ $ s.r.p $ of anode]

Where $s.r.p$ . = Standard reduction potential

If $EMF$ is positive then the reaction is spontaneous

For e.g. in Galvanic cell

$(a)$  $EMF = 1.1\,volt$

$(b)$ Cathode is made of copper

$(c)$ Anode is made of Zinc

$EMF$  $= 0.34 \,-(-0.76) = 1.1\,volt$ .

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